Tralcetto Line - Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo “Tralcetto” is a simple, immediate and direct red wine, capable of expressing the fruity exuberance of the Abruzzo red grape. It exudes aromas of ripe red fruit, fresh cherries and undergrowth. The taste is full, soft, fresh and well balanced. Montepulciano d'Abruzzo “Tralcetto” is the simplest and most fragrant version of Montepulciano from the Zaccagnini winery. The vinification only in steel, without the use of wood and a shorter maceration, give a wine of medium structure, which favors the immediate pleasure of drinking. The protagonists of the sip are above all the aromas of red fruit and spicy hints and the final freshness. It is a perfect wine to pair with savory first courses of Abruzzo cuisine and more generally with pasta with meat or game ragù.

Zaccagnini “Tralcetto” is the typical Abruzzo red in its younger, carefree and less demanding version. The daily wine of the past revisited according to the modern oenological canons, which allow to have elegant and very drinkable reds. The grapes come from vines grown in the hinterland of Pescara, a few kilometers from the coast, in the locality of Bolognano, a splendid hilly area with a mild and temperate microclimate, which allows the grapes to ripen perfectly. After the harvest, the Montepulciano bunches are taken to the cellar and the grapes are softly pressed. Fermentation follows in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature with submerged cap maceration. It ages a few months in steel before being bottled.

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo “Tralcetto” is the label that best represents the tradition and the most popular vocation of Montepulciano. It is a wine with a pleasantly fruity face and a smooth, pleasant and satisfying sip. The color is ruby ​​red with light purple reflections. The nose reveals aromas of cherry, black cherry, plum, red fruit and delicate spicy nuances. On the palate it has a medium body, with a nice tannic texture, a rich, crunchy fruit and a finish of good freshness and persistence. Color Intense ruby ​​red with violet reflections Bouquet Very fruity, with hints of ripe red fruit, fresh cherries and undergrowth Taste Rich, soft, fruity, fresh and balanced, with smooth tannins

Denomination: Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC

Grapes: Montepulciano 100%

Alcohol content: 12.5%

Vinification: Soft pressing and fermentation on the skins in steel at a controlled temperature

Aging: A few months in steel