Valle Reale San Calisto Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
The nose is vibrant and layered, revealing black cherry, wild blackberry, and ripe plum, intertwined with notes of violet, crushed herbs, cocoa, and a touch of earth. The palate displays dark fruits with notes of graphite, spice and bright minerality. Valle Reale was founded in 2000 with the goal of producing world-class wines. Working primarily with the Montepulciano grape, the Pizzolo family strives to make wines that highlight the grape’s natural qualities: exuberance, vitality, elegance, and balance.
Classification: DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata)
Grape Varietal: Montepulciano
Feature: Organic, Biodynamic, Single Vineyard, Estate Grown
Country: Italy
Region: Abruzzo
Appellation: Abruzzo
Grape Profile: Montepulciano grapes typically produce medium to full-bodied wines with a balance of acidity and tannins. It often showcases aromas and flavors of dark fruits, especially black cherry, and blackberries, along with hints of pepper, and sometimes even tar and smoke.
Region Profile: Located east of Rome, Abruzzo stretches from the heart of the Apennines to the Adriatic Sea. The region's varied topography, encompassing mountainous areas, rolling hills, Mediterranean climate, and coastal plains, plays a significant role in its wine-growing conditions dating back to ancient Roman times.
Pair with: Cured meats and rustic dishes typical to the region like salami and braised/stewed beef. Red sauced pastas and pizza. Grilled foods like barbecue. Aged cheeses like parmesan and pecorino.
