Casale Vecchio Montepulciano d’Abruzzo black

General Information

Casale Vecchio Montepulciano d’Abruzzo (black) is a powerful red wine originating from the hilly region of Abruzzo on Italy’s Adriatic coast. The wine is made from 100% Montepulciano grapes, grown on calcareous and clay-rich soils that provide structure and concentration.

The grapes for this wine are carefully selected from old vineyards with low yields. After harvest, maceration on the skins is followed by aging in oak barrels, which gives the wine its rich flavor and velvety structure. The black label version is known for its extra depth, strength, and elegance within the Casale Vecchio range.

Tasting Profile

The wine has a deep, opaque ruby red color.

• Nose: intense aromas of ripe black cherries, plums, chocolate, and licorice

• Taste: full and powerful, with concentrated dark fruit, rounded tannins, and a subtle wood note

• Finish: long, soft, and lightly spicy, with hints of vanilla and cacao

Serving Advice

Ideal to pair with:

• Roasted or grilled red meat

• Stews such as ossobuco or game stew

• Pasta with rich ragù or truffle

• Ripe hard cheeses such as pecorino or parmesan

Serve at 16–18 °C. Decanting recommended for optimal expression.

Trivia

Casale Vecchio is a project by the renowned winemaker Valentino Sciotti, who focuses on saving old vines and traditional grape varieties such as Montepulciano. This black label emphasizes the strength and richness of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, but with a modern, polished character that appeals to international wine lovers.