Fonte Venna Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC)

Through the centuries, the Venna stream (‘Fonte Venna’) provided nourishment for the farmers that cultivated the lands of the baronial domain ‘Il Feuduccio’. Intense ruby in color, its spicy and red-fruit bouquet is confirmed on a structured and persistent palate.

Altitude of Vineyards: 432 mt. asl

Vineyards Exposure: the vineyards are excellently facing southeast, south, southwest

Soil Composition: mixed clayey-calcareous

Grapes: 100% Montepulciano

Number of Vines per Hectare: 3.600-8.000

Crop Yield: 100-110 q/ha

Harvest: handpicked, from 15 to 30 October

Fermentation: in 130-hl. stainless steel vats, with daily pumpovers at a controlled temperature for 15 days

Aging: bottle for at least 3 months

Awards

Vintage 2017:

• James Suckling: 90 Points

Vintage 2016:

• James Suckling: 91 Points

• Vinous – Antonio Galloni, Ian D’Agata: 90 Points

• “Guida Veronelli 2021”: Due Stelle

Vintage 2015:

• Wine Spectator: 90 points

• Vinous - Antonio Galloni: 90 points

• Guida Vitae Ais 2018: Tre Tralci

Vintage 2014:

• Vinous - Antonio Galloni: 90 points

• Restaurant Wine Magazine, USA, Sept. 2016: 4 Stars+

• Guida Essenziale 'Doctor Wine' by Danielle Cernilli: 88 points

• Wine Enthusiast: 85 points

Vintage 2012:

• Vinous – Antonio Galloni, Ian D’Agata: 91 Points

Vintage 2008:

• The Wine Advocate: 88 Points

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