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Name of varietal: Montepulciano

Common synonyms: Cordisco, Cordiscio, Cordisio, Morellone, Primaticcio, Primutico

Parentage of the grape: indigneous to Abruzzo, Italy

History of the grape: Let’s first clear up some confusion: Montepulciano is a grape. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is a wine made from the grape, in the region of Abruzzo. Montepulciano is also a village in Tuscany, that happens to be nowhere near where the grape is grown. Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is the name of a wine that has absolutely no Montepulciano in it (it’s Prugnolo Gentile, the local name for Sangiovese). So why is a grape named for a village so far away from where it’s actually grown? No one knows.

What we do know is that Montepulciano, the grape, can be traced back to the region for centuries, with written history in 1793 making reference to it in the Abruzzo village of Sulmona. It had been commercially for at least 200 years before finally becoming the DOC Montepulciano d’Abruzzo in Read more »

Valle Reale Montepulciano Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Vigne Nuove
Winery: Valle Reale
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Type: Table Wines

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Beef and Guinness Stew

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Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulcian
Winery: Avignonesi Wineries
Region: Italy » Tuscany » Rosso Di Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines

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Lasagne alla Bolognese

Our version of this classic dish is straightforward and hearty, with layers of Ragu alla Bolognese and Béchamel Sauce . Game plan: You can prepare this recipe a day ahead through step 3. Cover t... Read more »

Valle Reale Montepulciano Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Vigne Nuove
Winery: Valle Reale
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Type: Table Wines

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Cheese-Stuffed Poblanos with Tomato Sauce

Chiles rellenos de queso The heat and richness of this voluptuous dish is complemented by a mildly tangy tomato sauce. Choose the straightest chiles-they are easier to peel and stuff. Read more »

Cantina Zaccagnini Il Vino Dal Tralcetto Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC
Winery: Cantina Zaccagnini
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Color: Red Wines

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Chiles Rellenos

Roasted poblano chiles stuffed with loads of cheese, battered with an airy egg coating, and fried until crispy equate to the Mexican version of comfort food. Chiles rellenos fillings can range from... Read more »

Fattoria del Cerro Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Sangiovese. Cannaiolo Tuscany Montepulciano
Winery: Fattoria del Cerro
Region: Italy » Tuscany » Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines

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Caesar Salad with Chile-Cilantro Dressing

The extra dressing will keep several days in the refrigerator. Read more »

Capestrano Montepulciano Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Winery: Capestrano
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Type: Table Wines

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Roasted Tomato Salsa

Why bother with jarred salsa when a smoky, spicy homemade batch is so simple? This fast, easy recipe uses the broiler for an extra layer of charred flavor and a blender to bring it all together. Us... Read more »

La Quercia Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Winery: La Quercia
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Type: Table Wines

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Red Enchilada Sauce

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Poliziano Rosso di Montepulciano
Winery: Poliziano
Region: Italy » Tuscany » Rosso Di Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines

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Grilled Lamb Meatballs

Okay, so maybe they're more like footballs. You can serve this Mediterranean-influenced dish with a dipping sauce made with Greek yogurt (about a cup), 1 diced cucumber, and a pinch each of parsley... Read more »

Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Winery: Cantina Zaccagnini
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Type: Table Wines

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Tomato Potato Sauce

With the texture of whipped potatoes and the flavor of spicy tomatoes, this unique, versatile sauce can be enjoyed on crackers, toasted bread slices, or served as a dip. Read more »

Villa Cerrina Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Winery: Villa Cerrina
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Color: Red Wines

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Grilled Lamb Rib Chops with a Rosemary & Sage Crust

Grilling suits these chops perfectly, but they can also be cooked in a skillet on the stovetop. I also like this herb combination with inexpensive, thin lamb shoulder chops, cut about 1/2-inch thick. Read more »

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Morellino di Scansano

It's relatively easy to find superior, satisfying wine if you’re free to pay top dollar. But for most of us that's usually not the case. Instead, we have to find alternative ways to consistently fill our glasses with wine that pleases—without taking a ...

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The Puglian Job, Part II

Today, in addition to continuing my discussion about the state of the Puglian wine industry, I’ll also be taking a look at some of the perennial next-greatest unknown wines of Italy: Aglianico. I was fortunate to taste these wines, as well as the Pugli...

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Great Values for the Cellar 2

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Great wines for the holidays and experiments from the Vegetarian Kitchen

I know we are all in full gift mode right now, so it’s time to take a look at what are some of the top wine buys in the marketplace. You can always scramble after the “Best vintage anywhere, ever!”...And Experiments in the Vegetarian Kitchen with Caber...

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Last week, I talked a little about the Puglian wine scene and my thoughts on the matter. The response I received was interesting to say the least. In fact, I received several comments about similar wine markets: those trying to make the move from bulk ...

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Colimoro Montepulciano Dabruzzo (2010)

Winery: Colimoro
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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Sara Weinbrom

Medium body and very smooth on the mouth feel. Blackberry and earthy qualities. Great with mussels in red sauce!

Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva (2005)

Winery: Cantina Zaccagnini
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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Mimi Kim

Worked very well in and with a lamb ragu.

Gianni Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (2006)

Winery: Gianni Masciarelli
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: Montepulciano
Color: Red Wines
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ONUMello

Black licorice nose, with a leathery component and good heavy tannins on the palate.

Montepulciano Dabruzzo DOC (2007)

Winery: Barone Cornacchia
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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abeth

Smokey, dry, drinkable

Cantina Zaccagnini Montepulciano Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (2006)

Winery: Cantina Zaccagnini
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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GoinGray

Scent is a bit earthy together with berry and spice. Dry and powdery, with flavors of licorice and spice.

La Quercia Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (2008)

Winery: La Quercia
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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judgelog

Smooth, balanced and lush. Lovely nose. Firm tannins with a nice long finish that goes on and on. Really terrific bottle of wine for a modest price. Highly recommended.

Duchman Family Winery Montepulciano (2009)

Winery: Duchman Family Winery
Region: USA » Texas
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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tabednar

Medium bodied and dry with a decent oak balance. Aroma of black fruit with hints of blackberry and cherry. This is one of my favorites from the Duchman collection from 2009. -Tasting Room 4.8.2011

La Carraia Tizzonero Umbria IGT (2009)

Winery: La Carraia
Region: Italy » Umbria » Umbria Igt
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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biondanonima

Really delicious red, deep purply color with good legs. Velvety, buttery texture with lots of dark fruit flavors. Similar to a Petite Sirah but with a dark, leathery/smoky element that was very appealing. A great value.

La Carraia Tizzonero Umbria IGT (2009)

Winery: La Carraia
Region: Italy » Umbria » Umbria Igt
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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ergodos

Fruity nose, medium body, medium acidity, heavy on the oak, some mineral tones. A solid wine and a great value play, if not a little cookie-cutter.

Pozzi Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (2010)

Winery: Pozzi
Region: Italy » Abruzzi » Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Varietal: Montepulciano
Type: Table Wines
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EMark

Deep, dark, almost black in the glass."Sour" nose--not promising. Very nice on the tongue. though. Fruity up front--currants, prunes. More layer as it rolls around. Some tannin ameliorates the fruitiness. Seems like it would be a good cheese wine. ...

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