Symposium Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (1999)

About this wine

This 1999 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo from Ciccio Zaccagnini presents a deep, vibrant black-purple color. The nose is lifted, reminiscent of Shiraz, with notes of plum, spice, and licorice. On the palate, ripe fruit flavors are prominent, featuring generous plum, spice, and licorice. The wine has a fine, dry tannin structure, leading to a long plum-spice aftertaste. Aged traditionally in Slavonian oak, this wine showcases the classic characteristics of the Montepulciano grape, known for its rich fruit profile and smooth finish.

About the grape

Montepulciano is a red grape variety native to central Italy, particularly thriving in the Abruzzo region. Known for its late ripening, it produces deeply colored wines with moderate acidity and soft tannins. In the 1999 Ciccio Zaccagnini Symposium Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, this grape was cultivated in the region's hilly terrain, benefiting from the area's unique climate and soil conditions. This environment contributes to the grape's rich flavors and the wine's overall quality.

Quick facts

• 🍇 The 1999 Symposium Montepulciano d'Abruzzo from Ciccio Zaccagnini is crafted exclusively from Montepulciano grapes, a varietal indigenous to the Abruzzo region, renowned for producing robust and flavorful red wines.
• 🎨 Ciccio Zaccagnini's winery, established in 1978 in Bolognano, Abruzzo, is celebrated for intertwining wine production with art, hosting numerous art events and featuring labels designed by contemporary artists.
• 🍷 The Montepulciano d'Abruzzo wines are known for their deep ruby-red color with violet reflections, offering a dry, full-bodied taste with subtle tannins that mellow beautifully with age.
• ⏳ The 1999 vintage of this wine has matured over 25 years, potentially developing complex flavors and aromas, making it a prized selection for collectors and enthusiasts.
• 🌿 Ciccio Zaccagnini's wines are distinguished by a small piece of grapevine tied around the neck of each bottle, symbolizing the winery's deep connection to the land and its commitment to tradition.

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Producer

Cantina Zaccagnini was established in 1978 in Bolognano, a picturesque village in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Founded by Marcello Zaccagnini, the winery is renowned for its commitment to quality and its unique blend of wine and art. A distinctive feature of their bottles is the 'tralcetto,' a small vine branch tied around the neck, symbolizing their deep connection to the land. The winery also hosts a permanent art gallery, reflecting their philosophy of 'Wine, the art of man.'