Today, we have an excellent Montepulciano from Mazza Rosa, which received a 97 from the Decanter Awards. Vere Novo Whole Bunch is a distinct expression from the family's 12-hectare estate, which has operated since 1965. This wine is produced using whole-bunch fermentation, which involves fermenting intact grape clusters to enhance aromatic complexity and tannin structure, giving the wines a more classic feel. The estate follows a minimal intervention protocol in the cellar to preserve the grapes and terroir expression. In 2020, Abruzzo saw a warm growing season, producing ripe fruit and structured wine while maintaining crucial acidity levels. Mazza Rosa's focus on traditional techniques combined with unique practices for the region, like whole cluster fermentation, underscores the family's commitment to showcasing Montepulciano's versatility, and they nailed it in 2020 with one of the best examples ever!
Decanter World Wide Awards (Platinum Medal) Tasting Pannel 97 points! "Plenty of ripe plum, blueberries, and well-integrated oak, with subtle accents of thyme and laurel. Quite light in concentration, with a delicacy of acid and tannins. The wine shows a perfumed spine of herbs that runs throughout the palate's lingering finish."
2020 Cantina Mazzarosa Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Vere Novo
2020 Cantina Mazzarosa Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Vere Novo
Today, we have an excellent Montepulciano from Mazza Rosa, which received a 97 from the Decanter Awards. Vere Novo Whole Bunch is a distinct expression from the family's 12-hectare estate, which has operated since 1965. This wine is produced using whole-bunch fermentation, which involves fermenting intact grape clusters to enhance aromatic complexity and tannin structure, giving the wines a more classic feel. The estate follows a minimal intervention protocol in the cellar to preserve the grapes and terroir expression. In 2020, Abruzzo saw a warm growing season, producing ripe fruit and structured wine while maintaining crucial acidity levels. Mazza Rosa's focus on traditional techniques combined with unique practices for the region, like whole cluster fermentation, underscores the family's commitment to showcasing Montepulciano's versatility, and they nailed it in 2020 with one of the best examples ever!
Decanter World Wide Awards (Platinum Medal) Tasting Pannel 97 points! "Plenty of ripe plum, blueberries, and well-integrated oak, with subtle accents of thyme and laurel. Quite light in concentration, with a delicacy of acid and tannins. The wine shows a perfumed spine of herbs that runs throughout the palate's lingering finish."
