Terre Forti Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC 2024 saint-damien 2 is Yarra Yering’s ode

2 is Yarra Yering’s ode to the Rhône

The must is fermented spontaneously and matures in large wooden barrels for almost two years

This is made by drying the grapes on esparto grass mats for 1 1/2 to 3 weeks

You could call it a Pinot-like vintage for this impressive vineyard

this red has the spicy fruit and savoury characters of Shiraz complemented by a twist (usually 10%) of Tannat

Terre Forti Montepulciano D’Abruzzo DOC 2024 saint-damien 2 is Yarra Yering’s odeColor: Ruby red Aroma: On the nose it presents itself with an enveloping and fruity aroma of ripe cherry Taste: Soft but structured, in the mouth the wine is elegant and compact PAIRINGS: Meat appetizers, fettuccine all'Abruzzese, fillet of beef with green pepper, pecorino cheese and caciocavallo cheese