2000 Emidio Pepe Montepulciano d'Abruzzo "Decanted", Abruzzo, Italy

2000 Emidio Pepe Montepulciano d'Abruzzo "Decanted", Abruzzo, Italy

The 2000 Emidio Pepe Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a complex and evolving wine that showcases deep aromas of dried cherries, blackberries, and leather, with earthy undertones of forest floor and tobacco. On the palate, it's rich and textured, with layers of dark fruit, dried herbs, and a mineral backbone. Silky tannins and vibrant acidity give the wine a long, refined finish.

$500.00
$500.00

ABOUT THIS WINE

This Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a testament to the aging potential of Emidio Pepe's wines. The 2000 vintage, decanted for optimal enjoyment, offers an evolved expression of the varietal, with a balance of tertiary flavors and lingering fruit. Made with traditional methods, including foot-treading and hand destemming, the wine undergoes long fermentation in concrete tanks and is bottled unfiltered.

The "Decanted" label highlights wines aged to maturity, allowing their full character to shine through after proper decanting.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Emidio Pepe is a legendary figure in the world of natural winemaking, and his estate, founded in 1964, has been a benchmark for Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. The winery practices biodynamic agriculture, ensuring that the vines are treated with the utmost respect for nature. Pepe's approach focuses on long aging, with wines often released only when they reach their peak drinking window. The meticulous care in both the vineyard and the cellar results in wines that are both powerful and elegant, with great aging potential.

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Grape(s) Montepulciano
Farming Biodynamic