Fantini Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC
100% Montepulciano d’Abruzzo. Fantini Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo DOC is bright pink in color, intense and persistent aroma, fruity with hints of strawberry. Medium-bodied, balanced, intense and with great persistence.
“The goal of the winery is to produce wines that are an excellent value and quality and can be enjoyed by all wine aficionados.”
Vineyard Information
Grapes: 100% Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Region: Abruzzo
Vineyards: From vineyards located in Ortona, San Salvo, Pollutri and other small farms
Exposure: Southeast
Altitude: 230-430 meters (750-1400 feet) above sea level
Soil: Clay and limestone
Vine Training: Tendone “bower” and Guyot
Vine Age: 10-20 years
Time of Harvest: Mid-October
Vine Density: 1,800-2,500 vines for hectare
Vine Yield: 3-6 tons per hectare
Winemaking Information
Total Production: 150,000 bottles
Vinification Process: After harvest the grapes undergo delicate stalk-stripping and crushing. Pressing, clarification, and fermentation of the clean must last for 10 days a controlled temperature.
Aging Process: The wine undergoes no oak aging to preserve the freshness and aromas
Alcohol Content: 13.50%
Winemaker: Rino Santeusanio
Cellaring: Up to 1.5 years
Closure: Screwcap
Additional information
Weight | 37.4 lbs |
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Dimensions | 12.6 × 9.4 × 13.00 in |
Bottle Sizes | 750 ml |
Bottles per Case | 750 ml: 12 bottles per case |