Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC
Synopsis
History: Formerly part of the Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC; established as a separate DOC in 2010
Vineyard Area: 1,028 ha / 2,539 acres (2019)
Production: 60,000 hl / 665,000 cases (5-year average)
Principal Red Grape Varieties:
Styles and Wine Composition
ROSATO WINES
- Rosato (Ro): Minimum 85% Montepulciano + OANRG
- Superiore (Rosato)
Significant Production Rules
- Maximum vineyard elevation: 500 m (1,640 ft), except up to 600 m (1,970 ft) for south-facing vineyards
- Minimum alcohol level: 12.0% for Rosato; 12.5% for Superiore
- Aging: For Rosato, minimum approx. 2–3 months (ERD = January 1, V+1); for Superiore, minimum approx. 4–5 months (ERD = March 1, V+1)
Last Disciplinare Modification:
12/22/2014
