{"product_id":"uliss-amaranta","title":"Ulisse Amaranta Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOP (750 mL)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNot available for purchase online. Available only in-store.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOP\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Montepulciano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMARANTA Montepulciano D’Abruzzo is a cru wine obtained from Abruzzo’ s most important red grape, the Montepulciano. This wine represents our commitment to making the utmost of the spectacular terroirs and microclimates that Abruzzo region offers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape history \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe origin of this grape has always been uncertain. Also students as Molon (1906) classified it as a “Sangioveti” variety. Today it is sure that the two grapes have nothing in common. Cultivated mainly in Abruzzo and the other regions of centre south Italy. Today, thanks to the passion of some producers and winemakers, the Montepulciano has emerged to the international limelight as one of the best quality red grapes in world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine-making technique: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the grapes have been rigorously harvested after a slight over-ripening of the plant, 15\/20 days maceration, thermo-controlled alcoholic fermentation at 24-26°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9\/12 months in fine French and American barriques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Closure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganoleptic evaluation and food pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby red with garnet reflections, intense and persistent fragrance; the bouquet is intense, fruity, persistent, with notes of dried flowers, spice, liquorice, marasca cherries. the palate is stylish, velvety, almost creamy, compact with tannic structure that blends nicely with the alcoholic component. Great structure, complex, elegant, well balanced with a long aftertaste. Opulent fruit. Ideal for roasts, game, strongly flavoured dishes and mature cheese. Meditation wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e99 points awarded by Luca Maroni\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/8019\/3257\/files\/Screenshot_2025-11-04_at_9.49.39_AM.png?v=1762267787\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tenuta Ulisse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46672582443238,"sku":"WIN-ULISSEAMARANTA","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0763\/7686\/7046\/files\/WIN-ULISSEAMARANTA_700x700_df7e7561-6974-4008-b7b8-2d19cdc2e892.webp?v=1759774457","url":"https:\/\/retail.jessetreefinefoods.com\/products\/uliss-amaranta","provider":"Jesse Tree Fine Foods Retail","version":"1.0","type":"link"}