The palace illustrated on the label is the one where Queen Maria Carolina took refuge on the run from Naples and was the favorite home of the writer Tomasi di Lampedusa in Santa Margherita Belice. Gabriella Anca Rallo captures the image of it and embeds it in a "Thousand and One Nights" sky full of stars and full of promise. First vintage: 1995. The grapes, harvested in September, are vinified in steel, with maceration on the skins for about 12 days, at a temperature of 26-30 ° C. After malolactic fermentation, the wine passes mainly in French oak barriques for 14-16 months, and then refines in the bottle for at least 24 months. The Mille e una Notte is characterized by a ruby red color. The nose offers an enveloping bouquet in which notes of tobacco and cocoa stand out. On the palate the olfactory scents are repeated, on a fruity background of black mulberries and cherries. The wine is also full and complex, with elegant tannins. Perfect to accompany red meats, pork and lamb, it is ideal in combination with fish-based dishes.
Dark ruby red, on the nose it envelops thanks to intense fruity, sweet and ripe scents, with balsamic and floral notes of violet on a slight accent of tobacco at the end. In the mouth it is tasty, long, the heat blends perfectly with the tannic texture in a great overall balance. It closes with a finish of great persistence, with notes of Mediterranean scrub. For the whole meal, the “Mille e una notte” is a red wine that goes perfectly with elaborate dishes of red meats, pork, lamb. Also try with chilli chocolate.
Elegant 1 bottle wooden box with a bottle of Fragore 2017, Etna Doc Rosso, Contrada Montelaguardia. Conf. Luxury Fragore Box Wooden box containing 1 750 ml bottle of: FRAGORE 2017 - Etna Rosso Doc Contrada Montelaguardia
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Ruby. The nose is expressed with hints of small red fruits, notes of undergrowth, spicy tones of cinnamon and black pepper and balsamic hints. On the palate it boasts a good structure, the tannins are well integrated and the persistence is excellent. Excellent in combination with risotto, red meats and game, it is also to be tried with legume soups.
Bright ruby red color to the eye. The olfactory bouquet is elegant, with initial fruity hints of strawberry and currant complemented by pleasant floral notes. Subsequently, nuances of cinnamon and nutmeg further embellish the picture on the nose. The tasting continues on the same path traced by the sense of smell, proving to be harmonious in the tannic texture, balanced and persistent.
Excellent with second courses based on meat, it is to be tried with the shoulder of Nebrodi black pig with aromatic herbs.
Bright ruby red color to the eye. The olfactory bouquet is elegant, with initial fruity hints of strawberry and currant complemented by pleasant floral notes. Subsequently, nuances of cinnamon and nutmeg further embellish the picture on the nose. The tasting continues on the same path traced by the sense of smell, proving to be harmonious in the tannic texture, balanced and persistent.
Excellent with second courses based on meat, it is to be tried with the shoulder of Nebrodi black pig with aromatic herbs.
Nero d'Avola "Sherazade" is a Mediterranean red wine, dressed in spice on the nose and accompanied by hints of fresh fruit, slightly mineral and smoky. The fruit feels very good on the palate and is pleasantly refreshing. Tell stories and keep the conversation going
Donnafugata 's "La Bella Sedara" is an everyday and very versatile wine that comes from Nero d'Avola grapes and other small percentages of red grapes from the territory of south-western Sicily. The bouquet is composed of notes of fragrant and juicy berries and spicy accents of black pepper. At the sip it entertains and fascinates thanks to a vibrant freshness and a lively flavor, which make this red the perfect companion for the everyday table
The consumption of wine took place mainly on social occasions and took place according to precise rituals. Before the arrival of Greek fashion, which involved the use of a large vase for diluting wine with water and pouring it into large bowls (the kylikes), in Vetulonia typical local traditional vessels are used. This is testified, for example, by the vases found in the pit tomb of tumulus V of the necropolis of Santa Teresa, a locality located a few kilometers from San Germano dating back to 630 BC, the monumental kantharos was probably used to contain the wine that was then drawn and drunk through the bowls found around the large vase. Inspired by these researches and by the designs that decorate the great stamnos, we have created a limited series of Rocca di Frassinello magnum bottles with a special label depicting the Dionysian procession. The bottle is contained in a wooden case, decorated and handcrafted, which also contains two copies of the bucchero bowls. The historical value of the tombs and its findings linked to the consumption of wine is above all one: that the place was ideal for cultivating the vine, as it is today, already three thousand years ago.
A special edition of the first label of Rocca di Frassinello - le grand vin, the Rocca di Frassinello - to celebrate the holy year.
Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. On the nose it expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity hints, cherry and blackberry. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.
Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. The nose expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity, cherry and blackberry hints. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.
Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. On the nose it expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity hints, cherry and blackberry. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.
Intense and bright ruby red color to the eye. The nose is opened by the classic floral hints of violet, then followed by the fruity notes of plum, morello cherry and cherry, finally completed by a pleasant mineral nuance. The mouth continues on the path traced by the sense of smell, revealing itself to be typical, punctual and of excellent length.
Perfect to accompany red meat, it is ideal to be paired with the cut of Chianina.
Poggio ai Merli is a great Tuscan red wine made from Merlot grapes only, aged in new barriques for 30 months. The bouquet is broad, intense and balsamic, with notes of wild berries and dark spices. On the palate it is robust, warm, soft and enveloping, as only the best Supertuscans can be
Poggio ai Merli is a great Tuscan red wine made from Merlot grapes only, aged in new barriques for 30 months. The bouquet is broad, intense and balsamic, with notes of wild berries and dark spices. On the palate it is robust, warm, soft and enveloping, as only the best Supertuscans can be
Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. The nose expresses richness and intensity thanks to beautiful fruity and slightly spicy, balsamic and floral notes. On the palate it is centered, juicy, fine and complete. It closes with a vibrant and persistent finish. Throughout the meal, it goes well with salami and meats rich in flavor, tasty and aromatic cheeses.
Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. The nose expresses richness and intensity thanks to beautiful fruity and slightly spicy, balsamic and floral notes. On the palate it is centered, juicy, fine and complete. It closes with a vibrant and persistent finish. Throughout the meal, it goes well with salami and meats rich in flavor, tasty and aromatic cheeses.
Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. The nose expresses richness and intensity thanks to beautiful fruity and slightly spicy, balsamic and floral notes. On the palate it is centered, juicy, fine and complete. It closes with a vibrant and persistent finish. Throughout the meal, it goes well with salami and meats rich in flavor, tasty and aromatic cheeses.
The Chianti Classico of Castellare di Castellina is born in vineyards located in the municipality of Castellina in Chianti. It is produced with 95% Sangiovese grapes and 5% Canaiolo grapes, harvested in October. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28 ° C for 15-20 days. Subsequently the wine is aged in barrique for 7 months, and for a further 7 months in the bottle. This Chianti Classico is characterized by a brilliant ruby red color with purple reflections. The nose opens with hints of cherries and violets, enriched by pleasant spicy notes of licorice and vanilla. On the palate it is balanced, with harmonious and delicate tannins. The wine has a finish that gives pleasant sweet sensations. Perfect to accompany cold cuts, first courses with meat sauce and roasts, it is ideal in combination with stews, game and aged cheeses.
Dark ruby red, the nose expresses beautiful and intense notes of blackberries, cherries, spices. On the palate it is structured, powerful, enveloping, with great persistence. For the whole meal, it is excellent with first courses based on stuffed pasta, roasted white meat, tasty cheeses.
Characterized by an intense ruby red color typical of this vine. The nose offers delicate and persistent notes of red berries such as black currants, blueberries and cherries. Full, velvety and persistent, it aims at an elegant overall harmony.
Lacrima is grown in the hills surrounding the village of Morro d'Alba. This grape owes its name to a particularity linked to its berries, which when fully ripe release drops of grape juice that fall into the ground. The ancient origins of this vine, which traditionally was cultivated together with elms and maples, trace the Lacrima back to the 12th century, when Federico Barbarossa besieged the city of Ancona in 1167 and chose the castle of Morro d'Alba as his home on that occasion. he was able to taste this precious red wine which was already produced and known at that time.
A melodious and sweet Piceno DOC red, with soft notes suitable for everyday meals to brighten up being in company. Unique Colonnara brand also present as Verdicchio DOC, with parallel labels that dress the table in a fine and elegant way.
Deep ruby red color, with violet reflections. The nose is characterized by floral aromas, aromas of red fruit, spicy notes of black pepper, balsamic hints and nuances of licorice, chocolate and tobacco. On the palate it denotes decidedly important body and structure. It is warm, with a broad and persuasive bouquet, characterized by soft and evolved tannins. Long and persistent finish.
It is a wine of great structure and aromatic intensity, it goes well with main courses of important roasted or stewed red meats and with game.
Intense ruby red color, with violet reflections. The olfactory profile is characterized by aromas of ripe red fruit, spicy notes, balsamic hints and nuances of licorice, chocolate and tobacco. On the palate it has an important structure. It is ample, warm, enveloping, characterized by well-present but soft and evolved tannins. Long and persistent finish.
The Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC “Cocciapazza” of Torre dei Beati goes well with main courses of important roasted red meats or with game.
The Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Doc - Camillo Montori wine has a very intense ruby red color. The aroma is intense and persistent, characteristic of the grape of origin with a note of good wood mixed with licorice and vanilla. In the mouth the taste is full and round on the palate thanks to its exceptional structure. Typical bitter almond aftertaste.
The grapes from which our Montepulciano d'Abruzzo doc Dama originates ripen in vineyards with different exposure. Its color is intense ruby red with slight garnet hues, it has a good olfactory persistence with hints of licorice. Rich, harmonious and full on the palate, easy to pair, it goes perfectly with roasts, stewed red meats, cold cuts and cheeses. It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 18-20 ° C.
At tasting it has an intense and deep ruby red color with purple hues. Perfectly ripe and highly concentrated aromas. A mellow and harmonious fruitiness that offers hints of plum, date and fig. All fused with fine spicy notes. Pulpy and persuasive taste. It goes well with first courses with a good structure, roasts, stewed red meat, cold cuts and cheeses, including aged cheeses.
Montepulciano "Malandrino" is a unique and historic wine for Cataldi Madonna because it managed to mark a profound turning point compared to a past in which aging in wood was an almost obligatory technique. This is how this incredible Montepulciano was born, uncontaminated by wood , which acquires its expressive power and its great personality exclusively thanks to the old company cement tanks carefully preserved and recovered. The history of Montepulciano has its roots in the Abruzzo region and the wine produced in this region was particularly praised by both the Romans and the Greeks. Cataldi Madonna wanted to rediscover the ancient charm of this ancient red and reproduce it in a modern key with a careful look at the past.
Zaccagnini's Montepulciano d'Abruzzo "Tralcetto" is an immediate, simple, direct red wine, able to best express the fruity part of the Abruzzo red grape. We can smell aromas of ripe red fruit, cherries and undergrowth. In the mouth it is full, soft, fresh and well balanced.
You will be delighted by the elegant harmony of this Montepulciano d'Abruzzo vinified in purity, from grapes coming from the land of Collecorvino, in the Pescara area, from the Contesa winery, winemakers for generations. A Montepulciano that in the glass shines with an intense ruby red. On the nose, despite its youth, we find a pleasant complexity, the scent of red fruits perfectly combines with the delicious notes of roasted cocoa and spices. In the mouth the tannin is soft and round, with hints of spice and licorice. A red that offers sensations of great pleasure. To be paired with tasty meat-based main courses, such as succulent lamb chops.
When tasted it has an intense ruby red color that highlights a good structure. On the nose it expresses aromas of ripe red fruit such as cherry and black cherry and floral notes of violet. The taste is balanced, persistent, warm, of fine quality. It goes perfectly with first courses with red meat-based sauces, timbales, filled crepes. Excellent with all types of meat and with medium-aged cheeses and cured meats.
An exuberant, young and fresh red. The diecicoppe is a blend of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo and Cabernet and is expressed in the glass in an explosion of fruits and aromas. Excellent with red first courses, vegetable and legume soups, lamb, kid and meats cooked with aromatic herbs.
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Pasetti '' Testarossa '' represents the company's desire to remain strongly linked to traditions and family history. The historic label was created to celebrate the superb beauty of the women of the Pasetti family, having red hair.
Barbera del Monferrato was born in some territories of the provinces of Asti and Alessandria entirely dedicated to the cultivation of Barbera grapes, one of the symbols of Piedmont and of Italian viticulture. In Monferrato both immediate and drinkable expressions and intense and elegant interpretations are born. The latter can be called Superiore if they benefit from aging in oak barrels for at least 6 months. These are high quality red wines, inseparable companions of good food.
Merlot DOC is a Friulian red wine, produced by the Perusini Farm, located in Corno di Rosazzo in the province of Udine, on the eastern Friulian hills. The grape that gives rise to this wine is 100% Merlot, a French vine with a fragrant and fruity aroma. The vinification takes place in steel with selected yeasts, followed by 12 months of aging in French oak barriques.
Cabernet Sauvignon DOC is a Friulian red wine, produced by the Perusini farm, located in Corno di Rosazzo in the province of Udine, on the eastern Friulian hills. The grape that gives rise to this wine is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The vinification takes place in steel with selected yeasts, followed by 12 months of aging in French oak barriques.
The Salento Masseria Maime dei Marchesi Antinori was born in the vineyards of the Tomaresca farm, owned by the Antinori family and located in Puglia. It is a wine with an intense ruby red color. The nose opens with hints of red fruits, in particular cherry, black cherry and red mulberry, accompanied by spicy notes of licorice, cloves and vanilla. In the mouth it is dry, with a vein of contained but lively acidity and balanced tannins. Overall it is an elegant wine with good persistence. Perfect in combination with grilled red meats and roasts, it is ideal to accompany medium and high seasoned cheeses.
Primitivo Neprica by Tormaresca Antinori is a puliese red wine from the province of Brindisi, aged in steel for about 8 months to maintain a fragrant and fruity sensorial profile. It has an intense ruby red color, furrowed by purple reflections, and releases notes of black cherries, small fresh and candied red fruits and licorice aromas to the nose, revealing a soft, round sip with evolved tannins, awakened by a balanced freshness .
In the glass it has a beautiful ruby red color, very concentrated. The vegetal notes discreetly face the nose, where it is then enveloped by an iridescent fan, between fruity and spicy. When tasted it has a good structure, with a warm and enveloping sip. Wonderful with cannelloni with sheep's sauce.
For four generations, the Grimaldi family has cultivated the best vineyards of Langhe and Roero, bottling the most prestigious denominations of the area: Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo d'Alba, Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba and Dolcetto d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba, Roero Arneis, Gavi, Moscato d'Asti and Langhe Chardonnay.
The Cinque Autoctoni by Fantini Farnese is born in vineyards located in the Abruzzo municipalities of Notaresco and Ortona and in the Apulian municipalities of Sava and Manduria. It is obtained from a skilful blend of Montepulciano, Primitivo, Sangiovese, Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera grapes, native to Abruzzo and Puglia, harvested and selected entirely by hand. Fermentation takes place, with maceration in contact with the skins, in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 25 days. After malolactic fermentation in barrique, the wine ages for 13 months in the same containers, before being bottled.
Cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, Ornellaia 2014 is capable of expressing all the exceptional qualities of the territory. 2014 was a particular year for Tenuta dell ' Ornellaia , with a particularly rainy August that threatened very difficult conditions for grape ripening and an increased risk of diseases for the vineyards. But it is in the dark moments that passion and experience can change the course of events: the continuous leaf stripping and treatments carried out during the summer have allowed the grapes to arrive safe and sound for the harvest.
At sight it announces itself with a dark, impenetrable ruby red color. The olfactory spectrum moves on a progression of tertiary and balsamic notes, from which even more vegetal and fruity hints emerge. On the palate it is full-bodied, round, with a sip that moves smoothly and harmoniously on the palate, highlighting a finely integrated tannic texture. Superb with second courses of red meat, it gives its best with a fillet of beef with green pepper.
Cresasso Zenato is a particularly elegant and structured Veneto wine. A Rosso Veronese IGT that contains a unique soul, keeping intact the organoleptic properties of the native grapes used.
Founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja , the homonymous winery is probably the symbol of the Langhe, with all its history and the legacy it hands over to posterity. Led with passion, strength and tenacity by Angelo Gaja together with his children, Gaia, Rossana and Giovanni, it is one of the most important companies for the production of Barbaresco.
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo "Tonì" elegantly expresses all the richness, warmth and intensity of the land of Abruzzo. After a maturation of 12 months in barrique and at least 24 in the bottle it proves to be a champion of power and balance, combining the primary hints of ripe fruit and spices with evolved nuances of humus and sweet spices and with a marked but well integrated woody note
Deep ruby red. It develops hints of ripe red fruit on the nose, with a vinous and herbaceous touch. In the mouth, great mineral momentum, good tannic structure and full body. It spreads out with balance and boldness on fruity vibes. Persistent and harmonious. Deep and elegant, Emidio Pepe 's Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a wine that goes well with main courses of meat, especially lamb-based. Excellent with the very traditional kebabs.
From a year whose continuous rains have put virtually anyone in difficulty, throughout Italy, Emidio Pepe offers a Montepulciano of great style, the perfect representation of this very complicated vintage. Garnet red, on the nose it expresses autumnal and only remotely fruity notes before opening to a balanced and elegant taste, never screamed, perfectly inserted in this so measured context. Shy, but no less expressive.
Famous and full-bodied expression of Sangiovese from Tuscany, Fontodi 's Chianti Classico is an intense and elegant wine, aged in old barriques for 24 months. Allows aromas of violets, leather and tobacco to emerge in the glass. The sip reveals body, spice, clarity and precision. Organic wine
"Iskra" is an intense and structured Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva from the Maria Cvetic di Masciarelli line, born on the Aprutinian hills located between the Gran Sasso and the Adriatic Sea. Olfactory hints of ripe red fruit, including cherries in alcohol and wild fruit jelly, and more evolved hints of licorice, leather and rhubarb dance on a broad, deep and warm body, energized by a gentle freshness
It is always with great pleasure that you uncork a bottle of Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico: when it is truly remarkable as this Riserva DOCG “Salmariano”, then all that remains is to get lost in happiness. Fresh, savory and mineral, it is the result of a careful selection of grapes which, after a short stay on the skins, ferment in steel at 15 ° C then proceed to refinement, carried out at 80% in steel and 20% in small French oak barrels for twelve months. A label with which Marotti Campi really takes us to heaven!
Lacrima is a very particular vine, grown only in the terroir surrounding the municipality of Morro d'Alba. It is said that even Frederick Barbarossa appreciated it in the distant 1167 AD, when he settled in these territories to attack nearby Ancona. A strongly rooted grape, which the Marotti Campi company likes to decline in two versions: in particular this Lacrima Superiore DOC "Orgiolo" stands out for its precious olfactory bouquet, which, combined with an extremely pleasant drink, makes this bottle truly remarkable.
Brilliant ruby red color. The froth is light with violet reflections, the perlage is fine, of medium intensity and good persistence. Intense aromas of violets, wild roses and undergrowth. Sweet, harmonious and fresh on the palate, with descriptors of morello cherry, black cherry, currant. Serve at 14 ° C with dry desserts, almond paste, panettone, fruit desserts or as an aperitif.
Intense ruby red color. Aromas of blackberry and undergrowth, black pepper, licorice, cloves, balsamic notes. Structured on the palate, fruity and spicy, dry with soft tannins and persistent with a clean finish. Serve at about 18 ° with grilled meats, game, aged cheeses.
Intense ruby red color with violet reflections. Characteristic aromas of rose, blackberry, pink pepper and juniper berries with an elegant touch of oriental spices. Fruity and spicy on the palate, with soft and persistent tannins with a clean finish. Serve at approximately 18 ° with elaborate first courses, duck breast, turkey, roast lamb, pork and rabbit.
Intense ruby red color with violet reflections. Characteristic aromas of rose, violet, myrtle and cinnamon. Fresh and fruity on the palate, dry and velvety with balsamic notes, medium-bodied and good acidity, pleasantly tannic. Serve at about 18 ° with elaborate first courses, roasted white meats, cold cuts, grilled or fish soups.
Brilliant ruby red with light garnet hues. Enveloping aromas of ripe red fruits, aromatic herbs, cocoa, licorice, and light wood. In the mouth it is of excellent structure, harmonious, soft and ready, with spicy returns. Tireless drinking and good persistence for this pleasant Brunello of excellent vintage.
Ruby, with garnet-colored nails. The nose is intense and complex with hints of dark berry fruits, floral notes, mineral hints and tones of spices and tobacco. On the palate it is full-bodied and full-bodied, the tannins are well integrated and the finish is very long.
Ideal to accompany red meats, game or game, it is perfect with partridges with truffles.
A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. With an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2016 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
Intense ruby red, the nose expresses elegant notes of currant, plums, tobacco and leather, sweet spices. A toasted trace opens to a taste of great structure, balanced, fine and persistent, concentrated, warm, whose finish fades into tones of licorice.
Powerful and very balanced, it presents itself to the eye with a compact ruby color. The nose shows elegant sensations of ripe blackberry, oriental spices, wild flowers, pink pepper, white chocolate, leather and rhubarb. In the mouth it is balanced to the micron, with a powerful caloric note adequately balanced by fresh-savory stitching. The tannins, as expected, are tapered and stretch up to the very long finish dominated by sweet spices. Ideal with important meats such as thrush in truffle sauce or venison with juniper.
Both powerful and incredibly fine, the wine reveals mature and elegant tannins, exquisite fruitiness and exceptional length on the palate. Pleasant since its youth, it has the advantage of being able to be appreciated without waiting too long, while retaining a great aging potential, rare for an Italian wine of this level ... In short, we are facing a legendary bottle and words are not enough to describe its beauty.
Color : ruby red with violet reflections Bouquet : intense and vinous with hints of jam and spicy notes, dry and of great structure, harmonious and velvety Tasting temperature: 16 - 18 ° C Pairings : roasts, spicy cheeses, raw meat, boiled and game
Intense red wine with purple reflections. The bouquet immediately appears very complex and of great finesse then explodes into hints of roasted coffee and hints of ripe cherry and plum, combined with the spicy notes of vanilla from the wood. Harmoniously balanced and velvety on the palate, delicately tannic, it is full-bodied and full, with typical characteristics of dried grapes.
dark ruby red in color, the nose explodes with hints of blueberries, black currants, blackberries and cherries in alcohol. In the mouth it has a balsamic note rich in spicy tertiary aromas, preserving the structure and solidity typical of Primitivo.
Intense ruby red color with cardinal reflections, the nose is harmonious, with notes of ripe red fruit and slightly spicy. Elegant and velvety flavor, light acidity and very pleasant tannins.
ruby red in color with purple reflections, the nose reveals pleasant aromas of wild plum, blackberries, wild strawberries and toasted notes. Harmonious, elegant and warm palate.
THE BEST ITALIAN RED WINES
In this section of our online wine shop Clickwine You can find the best Italian and foreign red wines for sale, ideal for accompanying everyday dinners or important events with style and elegance. Clickwine has selected the most famous reds on the wine scene, including the best denominations as well as some niche products and some Abruzzo wines that will amaze the most curious enthusiasts. Among the best wines, Abruzzo red wines cannot be missed.
One of the best Italian wines is undoubtedly Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC, which is one of the best-known Italian red wines in the United States.
Montepulciano is the most widespread red grape variety in the Marche and Abruzzo regions, where rich and expressive red wines are produced, ideal for sharing with those who love tasty home cooking, and is also perfect for a barbecue with friends.
THE PRODUCTION OF RED WINE
Red wine is obtained from red grapes, thanks to a production process called "red vinification". This process involves contact between the pomace (peels and seed residues) and must during the fermentation phase
One of the first steps in producing a red wine is choosing the harvest period. The grapes are harvested when the sugar content reached is what the winemaker deems necessary to produce the desired alcohol content.
After harvesting, the bunches arrive in the cellar where the stalks are removed (destemming) before the grapes are pressed to obtain the must.
Maceration releases polyphenols, particularly anthocyanins, from the skins, which give the must its red color. Tannins are produced from the grape seeds. Maceration lasts approximately 10-15 days.
Meanwhile, alcoholic fermentation begins, triggered by yeasts present in the skins or by added yeasts. This natural process is favored by an increase in temperature, which, however, must be maintained between 25 and 30°C so as not to affect the quality of the wine.
During this process, the pomace may form a surface layer that prevents contact with the liquid, potentially leading to the development of acetic acid. However, several techniques are available to winemakers to address this problem.
After alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation occurs, which involves the transformation of malic acid into lactic acid. This is a crucial step in the vinification of red wines because it enhances their smoothness and smoothes out any rough edges and harshness.
The must has now transformed into wine, but it must be racked, that is, the removal of residues, which can be accomplished through filtration or static decantation. This latter, less invasive method involves lowering the temperature in the tanks so that the substances to be eliminated settle to the bottom.
Once “cleaned”, the wine is ready for refinement,whose minimum duration is established by the DOC specifications, This can take place in steel tanks, concrete vats, large barrels, or small barrels or barriques. Once the maturation process is complete, bottling takes place: the wine begins its maturation in the bottle and, after a possible further aging period in the cellar, is released for sale.
RED WINE: PROPERTIES AND BENEFITS
Is red wine good for your health? Many people ask this question, to which numerous studies have yet to provide a definitive answer. Many studies affirm certain properties, while others deny them. Below we list the most common beliefs about the properties and benefits of red wine, which, as mentioned, are not fully certified by the medical community. You can believe them or not.
- Natural antioxidant: The polyphenols contained in red wine are antioxidant substances that slow down the aging of some cells
- It aids digestion: it would protect the intestinal flora
- Increase endorphins: in small doses it helps the brain release endorphins and would make us feel more relaxed
- Prevents cardiovascular diseases: thanks to resveratrol which is said to promote blood circulation
- Many authoritative studies affirm that the substances contained in red wine have these properties and benefits, but they are present in such small doses that they are absolutely irrelevant for the body.
HOW MUCH DOES RED WINE COST?
The prices of red wines can fluctuate based on several factors, including the value of the bottle, the production area, and demand. The online wine shop Clickwine offers a wide selection of Italian red wine. Our online wine shop offers not only the most famous names but also more affordable labels suitable for everyday use.So forget about running from one store to another, and save time for what's truly important: enjoying a glass of excellent red wine. Browse our products to find the best red wines at the best price.
PAIRINGS WITH RED WINE
By browsing the individual product pages in our online wine shop, you'll discover suggested pairings for each red wine: white and red meats, game, braised and grilled meats, risottos, traditional Italian first courses, as well as platters of cured meats and cheeses, vegetables, sauces, and rich dishes.
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Who can't drink wine?
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women, because alcohol can pass through the placenta and into breast milk, putting the health of the fetus or newborn at risk.
- People who suffer from alcohol addiction or have alcoholism problems, because drinking wine can worsen their health.
- People taking medications that can interact with alcohol, such as antidepressants, sedatives, or heart medications, because alcohol can increase the side effects of the medications.
- People with existing health problems, such as liver disease or gastritis, because alcohol can worsen symptoms and worsen health conditions.
In any case, it is always advisable to ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before consuming wine or other alcoholic beverages.
