Montepulciano

Light to full bodied; soft tannins. Aromas & flavors: Red cherry, herbs.

In a nutshell

Color: Red

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Violone

Origin: Autochthonous

Best Known For: Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

Where Grown: Primarily in Abruzzo (56%) and Puglia (19%)

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Vineyard Area: 30,700 ha (75,829 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

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Principal Red Grape Varieties: