Region: Italy (Abruzzo)

Grapes: Montepulciano

Tastes: "This is always an outstanding red and very real with dark berries, spices and walnuts and light earth undertones. Medium body, light tannins and a flavorful finish. Linear tannins run through the center palate." James Sucking (earlier vintage)

Pairings: Beef brisket, hambugers, beef bolognese, pepperoni pizza

Ratings: 91 (James Suckling, earlier vintage)