This "basic" Montepulciano is left mature in steel. Form your own opinion what basic means with this Montepulciano d'Abruzzo of Cataldi Madonna. It has a rubyred colour with purple reflections. You will find an intense, long lasting scent of fruit of the wood, flowers and sour cherry. And you are clearly able to smell liquorice and balsamic notes. This Montepulciano is a dry, warm and well balanced wine with a smooth and long finale. Alcoholic content 13,5%. Good with white and dark meat, pasta and cheese.