Cherry red color with bright purple hues. Intense fruity aromas, delicate floral notes and hints of berries and black cherry. Good structure, soft, fresh and balanced.
Excellent as an aperitif and perfect with pizza, it is decidedly versatile in pairings at the table. It goes well with both white meats and fish, but it is unsurpassed with fish broth, tripe, fresh cheeses and grilled vegetables.
Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo
GRAPES
Selection of native red grapes.PRODUCTION AREA
In the heart of the province of Chieti, between the Maiella National Park and the Adriatic Sea.TERRAINS
Hilly, with an average altitude of 230 metres above sea level, predominantly clayey-calcareous.MARKETING PERIOD
January/February of the year following the harvest.VINIFICATION AND REFINING
Cold maceration of the crushed grapes, soft pressing, fermentation in steel at controlled temperature.ORGANOLEPTIC CHARACTERISTICS
Bright cherry red color. Wide fruity aromas with hints of morello cherries and very fine floral notes. Good structure, very balanced, soft and persistent.FOOD PAIRINGS
Cold cuts, pizza, white meats, fresh cheeses and vegetables. Excellent as an aperitif.ALCOHOL CONTENT
12.5% alc./vol.CLOSURES
Available with traditional flush-fitting cap.FORMATS
Bottles: 0.75 L
Cartons Europe: 6 x 0.75 L
Cartons America and Asia: 12 x 0.75 L