REGION: Abruzzo

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Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo was designated in 2010. The name, “Cerasuolo,” derives from the delicate cherry-colored pigmentation that is obtained from the Montepulciano grape in this unique wine (cherry in Latin is cerasus). Unlike many darker rosé wines in the U.S., this wine is wonderfully versatile due to its balanced structure & milder sweetness.

Color: bright ruby red, with purple highlights

Nose: tones of strawberry & cherry

Flavor/Finish: fresh on the palate, with a slightly acidic aftertaste & notes of fresh red berries

Varietal: 100% Montepulciano

Food Pairing: light soups, appetizers, fish, white meat

Process: very short cold steeping & pressing with must & skins

Serving Temperature: 50 - 55 °F

Alcohol: 12.5%

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