Masseria del Sud Amarandia Montepulciano

Masseria del Sud Amarandia Montepulciano captures the warmth and generosity of Abruzzo’s hillsides. Crafted by Tenuta Ulisse, this beautifully balanced Italian red blends heritage and modern elegance. Deep ruby with garnet reflections, it’s the perfect expression of Montepulciano’s velvety richness and Mediterranean soul.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Ruby red with garnet highlights, this Montepulciano opens with ripe cherries, blackberries and violets, layered with dried flowers, liquorice and spice. The palate is lush and rounded, showing silky tannins, rich dark fruit and a touch of cocoa. Smooth, elegant and lingering — a wine that exudes warmth and depth.

Key Details

• Winery: Tenuta Ulisse – Masseria del Sud
• Varietal: Montepulciano
• Region: Abruzzo, Italy
• Vintage: 2021
• Alcohol: 14 %
• Volume: 750 ml
• Other: Sustainable viticulture; bottled in an elegant oversized bottle

Craftsmanship & Story

Founded by brothers Antonio and Luigi Ulisse, Tenuta Ulisse represents the new generation of Abruzzo winemaking — reviving native grapes with contemporary precision. The vineyards, nestled between the Adriatic Sea and the Apennines, benefit from mountain breezes and maritime warmth, creating wines of aromatic intensity, balance and depth.

Special Features

Amarandia Montepulciano celebrates the grape’s signature intensity and softness. Hand-harvested fruit, gentle extraction and ageing in oak yield a harmonious wine with plush tannins and bright fruit purity. Its striking oversized bottle makes it as visually impressive as it is indulgent to share.

Recognition & Accolades

Internationally acclaimed for its richness and finesse, Amarandia Montepulciano has earned outstanding recognition across multiple vintages.

• 99/100 Points – Luca Maroni, Annual Italian Wine Guide 2023 (2021 vintage)
• 98/100 Points – Luca Maroni (2021 vintage)
• Gold – Berlin Wine Trophy (2020 vintage)
• 99/100 Points – Luca Maroni (2019 vintage)
• Champion International Red Wine – NZ International Wine & Spirits Awards (2019 vintage)
• Grand Gold – Brazil Wine Challenge (2018 vintage)
• Gold – Berlin Wine Trophy (2018 vintage)
• Gold – New Zealand International Wine Show (2018 vintage)

These accolades affirm its standing among the most celebrated expressions of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo — elegant, powerful and irresistibly drinkable.

Food Pairings

Velvety and expressive, Amarandia Montepulciano pairs beautifully with rich, rustic fare. Enjoy with slow-cooked beef ragu, grilled lamb cutlets or wild boar stew, where its dark-cherry depth and spice complement savoury richness. It also shines with wood-fired pizzas or aged cheeses like Asiago and pecorino, lingering luxuriously on the palate.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Presented in an impressive oversized bottle, this Montepulciano is ideal for sharing or gifting. A luxurious Italian red that combines character, craftsmanship and charm in every pour.

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