{"product_id":"tenuta-tre-gemme-montepulciano-d-abruzzo-don-rocco-2019","title":"Tenuta Tre Gemme – Montepulciano D'Abruzzo DON ROCCO 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92 Points Wine Enthusiast \u0026amp; GOLD MEDAL MUNDUS VINI 2024 – DON ROCCO RISERVA 2019 – Exceptional Montepulciano from 40-Year-Old Vines – Rich, Powerful and Elegantly Structured – 36 Months of Concrete and Oak Maturation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTenuta Tre Gemme DON ROCCO 2019 is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoutstanding Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riserva from the family-owned Tenuta Tre Gemme estate in Abruzzo, central Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Produced from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Montepulciano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this prestigious red pays tribute to the estate's founder, Rocco Perrucci, affectionately known as Don Rocco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes originate from the estate's oldest vineyards, with vines approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40 years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, situated around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e350 metres above sea level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on limestone-clay soils. Low yields, careful grape selection and late hand harvesting allow the fruit to develop remarkable concentration, colour and structure. The vineyards benefit from the contrasting influences of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdriatic Sea and the Gran Sasso mountains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, contributing both ripeness and freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2019 displays an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eintense ruby-red colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a complex bouquet of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe black cherries, morello cherries, blackberries and dark forest fruits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edark chocolate, tobacco, roasted coffee, liquorice, leather and subtle balsamic notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-bodied, concentrated and richly textured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with generous dark fruit, well-integrated tannins, balanced acidity and a long, savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine undergoes an unusually extensive maturation process. Following temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel, it spends \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 months in underground concrete tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing its fruit character and tannic structure to integrate gradually. This is followed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 months in French oak barriques and large Slavonian oak barrels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with another six months of bottle refinement before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2019 vintage offers an appealing combination of concentration, structure and developing complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its expressive black-fruit character may be gaining additional nuances of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edried cherries, tobacco, leather, cocoa and earthy spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while its substantial maturation has contributed to a rounded, harmonious texture. The wine is enjoyable now but retains the structure and freshness for further bottle development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn impressive Montepulciano Riserva – powerful yet refined, combining concentrated dark fruit, elegant oak influences and remarkable depth. An excellent choice for lovers of serious Italian reds, special dinners and further cellaring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Recognition – 2019 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92 Points – Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold Medal – MUNDUS VINI Spring Tasting 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense ruby red with subtle developing garnet reflections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrilled ribeye steak, slow-braised beef short ribs, roast lamb, venison, wild boar ragù, porcini mushroom risotto and aged Pecorino\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its richness and savoury complexity also complement \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese roast duck, braised beef, slow-cooked pork and deeply flavoured meat dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16–18°C, ideally around 17°C. 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