Montepulciano Riserva “Testarossa” DOP 2019 – Pasetti Vini

Name: Montepulciano Riserva "Testarossa" DOP 2019 - Pasetti Vini
Brand: Pasetti Vini
SKU: PASETESTROSS
Availability: InStock

£31.90

Deep ruby red in color, this wine offers a captivating bouquet of ripe red fruits, dried violets, and undergrowth nuances, with pronounced aromas of plums, sour cherries, and distinct tertiary notes of eucalyptus, liquorice, chocolate, and tobacco. On the palate, it is a warm and robust wine, characterised by elegant tannins, good structure, and a long persistence. To fully appreciate its qualities, it is recommended to uncork the bottle one hour before serving it in medium-sized glasses at a temperature of 18 °C. This wine pairs exceptionally well with elaborately prepared dishes featuring red sauce, savoury timbales, wild boar, red meats, and aged cheeses.

The Testarossa line represents the flagship of the Pasetti company, symbolising their commitment to tradition and honouring their family history. This remarkable label was created to celebrate the beauty of Pasetti’s red-haired women.

Availability: In stock

SKU: PASETESTROSS Categories: Abruzzo, Central Italy, Fine Wines, Fruity Reds, Full Bodied Reds, Italian Wine by Region, Italian Wines, Italy, Montepulciano, Red Wines

Colour

Ruby

FLAVOURS

Floral

Oak

Red fruit

Black fruit

Palate

Sweetness

Acidity

Tannins

Body

Abv

14.5%

Serve At

18°

Food Pairing

Barbeque

Beef

Wild game meat

Cheese (hard, mature)

Additional information

Country	Italy
Region	Abruzzo
Grape Variety	Montepulciano
Producer	Pasetti Vini
Certification	Sustainable

Montepulciano Riserva Testarossa DOP, why we love it and why you'll love it too

Montepulciano Riserva Testarossa DOP perfectly represents not only the winery but the entire Abruzzo region. If I close my eyes and think of Abruzzo, this wine immediately comes to mind! Full-bodied, warm, and strong, it reflects the character of this magnificent yet often overlooked region.
Take your time and give it a try. You deserve this wine, and you won’t regret it.

Pasetti

The Pasetti winery’s history begins in the Bourbon era, when Silvestro Pasetti purchased land and planted vineyards. His son, Rocco, carried on his father’s vision. He faced and overcame the phylloxera plague, ensuring the family legacy endured.

Today, Mimmo runs the winery. He carefully preserves Abruzzo’s winemaking traditions, while also embracing innovation. His eldest daughter, Francesca, has red hair, a feature that connects her to both Madame Rachele and Franco’s mother. The Testarossa wine line, named in tribute to these women, has become the winery’s flagship brand.

All of Pasetti’s wines are crafted within the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park, an area that embodies the connection between the land and local grape varieties. The Testarossa red comes from Montepulciano d’Abruzzo grapes, while other wines are made using Trebbiano d’Abruzzo, Pecorino, and Passerina varieties. Additionally, Pasetti produces a sweet white wine from Moscatello di Castiglione grapes, an ancient variety once nearly lost.

While many winemakers chose international varieties like Cabernet, Merlot, and Chardonnay, Mimmo believed native grapes would thrive in the right soil. His belief led him to revive Pecorino, an ancient grape variety. This decision proved successful, and today, Pecorino wine offers immense potential for the entire Abruzzo wine community. Viva l’Abruzzo!

Montepulciano

Montepulciano is a red grape variety widely cultivated in central Italy, especially in Abruzzo, Marche, Tuscany, and Molise. Its wines are renowned worldwide for their soft flavors and deep color pigments. The gentle tannins and medium acidity create a balanced, medium-bodied wine that is best enjoyed within a few years of bottling.
However, when aged in oak, Montepulciano reveals a richer, more structured style. This deep purple juice is integral to around 30 of Italy’s DOC and DOCG designations. Montepulciano also blends beautifully with other varieties, particularly with Sangiovese, Italy’s most widely planted grape. This blend is celebrated in several DOC appellations, most notably in the Rosso Piceno and Rosso Conero wines from the Adriatic coast.