Region: Abruzzo
History: Established as a DOC in 2011
Principal Red Grape Varieties: Montepulciano
Styles and Wine Composition:
RED WINES
- Rosso (Rd): Minimum 95% Montepulciano + OANRG
- Riserva (Rosso)
Significant Production Rules:
- Minimum alcohol level: 13.0% for Rosso; 13.5% for Riserva
- Aging: For Rosso, minimum approx. 10 months (ERD = September 1, V+1); for Riserva, minimum approx. 24 months (ERD = November 1, V+2)
