La Valentina
La Valentina Bellovedere Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (Riserva)
4.0
Expert Rating
4.4
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
La Valentina Bellovedere Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (Riserva) is a premium red wine produced by La Valentina, a renowned winery in the Abruzzo region of Italy. The wine is made from Montepulciano grapes grown in the vineyards located in the hilly areas of the region. The vineyards are characterized by their unique soil composition and favorable microclimate, which impart distinct flavors and aromas to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels for a prolonged period. The resulting wine is a full-bodied, complex, and elegant wine with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of vanilla. It is a perfect accompaniment to hearty meat dishes and aged cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This La Valentina Bellovedere Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (Riserva) is a full-bodied and complex Italian red that offers a deep, ruby-purple color and an inviting nose, with aromas of ripe blackberries and dried herbs.On the palate, the wine has a smooth, velvety texture, with flavors of dark stone fruits and dried spices, balanced by a pleasing, mineral-driven acidity. The finish is long, with lingering notes of ripe blackberries and a hint of tobacco. Enjoy this wine now or cellar it for further complexity.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2053
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Montepulciano
ORIGINS
Winery: La Valentina
Region: Abruzzo
Abruzzo is a wine region located in central Italy, on the Adriatic coast. The region is known for its rugged terrain, with the Apennine Mountains running through the center of the region. Abruzzo has a long history of wine production, dating back to ancient Roman times. The region is known for producing a variety of red and white wines, as well as some sparkling wines.CUSTOMER RATING
4.4
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