A natural red wine from the Abruzzi region that offers an authentic and vibrant interpretation of the Montepulciano grape variety through its amphora-aged vinification.
Bottler: Azienda Cirelli la Collina Biologica SRL, Via Lago Isoletta 4, 65129 Pescara / Italy
In the glass
Colour
Deep ruby red with violet reflections, clear and luminous
Nose
Dark cherries, blackberries and plums, accompanied by floral violet notes, subtle spices and a fine mineral earthiness
Palate
Full-bodied and juicy with ripe tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, fruit-driven finish with a slightly spicy note
Character
Powerful yet elegant – an original, unadulterated wine with natural vitality and authentic terroir expression
Pairing
Grilled lamb, hearty pasta with wild ragù, mature hard cheeses such as Pecorino
Notes
Aged in terracotta amphorae following ancient tradition – this porous maturation method gives the wine a distinctive texture and freshness without oak influence; Cirelli stands for biodynamic viticulture and minimal intervention in the cellar
Tasting note
Character
Francesco Cirelli is among the style-defining natural winemakers of the Abruzzi – consistent, artisanal, with a profound respect for tradition. His Amphora wine is no experiment, but rather a return to roots: ageing in clay amphorae imparts a rare transparency and vitality to the Montepulciano that is often lost in modern winemaking. At 14.0% vol. and in a dry style, this wine displays substance without heaviness – a wine that tells as much as it drinks.
Terroir & Origin
The Abruzzi is one of Italy’s most fascinating and still underrated wine regions. Between the Apennines and the Adriatic coast, wines emerge shaped by dramatic elevation changes, sparse soils and a climate that combines Mediterranean warmth with continental freshness. This natural tension is the foundation for Montepulciano wines of genuine depth – grounded, expressive, unmistakable.
Grape Variety & Vinification
Montepulciano is the great grape variety of the Abruzzi: dark-fruited, tannic-rich, with a characteristic spice and a structure that promises longevity. Cirelli eschews intervention and cellar cosmetics. Ageing in clay amphorae – among the oldest wine vessels in human history – allows gentle micro-oxygenation without burdening the wine with oak notes. The result is a Montepulciano of mineral directness and unadorned varietal identity.
Food Pairing Suggestions
This wine demands cuisine with character. Grilled lamb or arrosticini – the traditional lamb skewers of the Abruzzi – are a classic, nearly unbeatable pairing. It harmonises equally well with braised wild boar, aged Pecorino or a hearty pasta al ragù. A wine that commands the table, time and good company.
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