2019 Le Vigne di Faraone Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

From: Abruzzo, ItalyVarietal: Montepulciano Taste: Well-balanced wine, a deep garnet almost purple in the glass, with heady aromas of blackberry and black cherry. Dark forest fruits with notes of tobacco, clove, and licorice follow on the palate, while silky-smooth tannins and a refreshing acidity ensure a long, pleasing finish. This gorgeously rich and grippy Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is fantastic now but will be even better in a year or two. We recommend decanting this for 30 minutes or “letting it breathe” in your glass as you watch it unfold throughout the evening. Pairing: Its high acidity and ripe tannins make it an excellent companion to hearty and savory foods, cutting through the richness of fatty meats and complementing the flavors with its own earthy and herbal tones. Ideal pairings include robust meat dishes like beef brisket, hamburgers, beef bolognese, tomato-based pasta dishes, and high-protein pizzas. The wine's characteristics also make it a fantastic choice for barbecue