Tenuta Ulisse Montepulciano
- Montepulciano
- Italy, 750ml
Tenuta Ulisse Montepulciano captures the spirit of Abruzzo — generous, vibrant, and expressive. Crafted with meticulous care, this red delivers silky depth, ripe fruit intensity and refined elegance, honouring the region’s most celebrated grape.
Tasting Notes & Experience
Deep ruby red with garnet reflections, this Montepulciano reveals aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry and soft floral tones. The palate is smooth and full-bodied, layered with dark fruit, liquorice and spice balanced by bright acidity. Hints of chocolate and earth linger through a long, graceful finish.
Key Details
- Winery: Tenuta Ulisse
- Varietal: Montepulciano
- Region: Abruzzo DOC, Italy
- Vintage: 2023
- Alcohol: 14 %
- Volume: 750 ml
- Other: Aged in steel vats before bottle maturation
Craftsmanship & Story
Founded by brothers Antonio and Luigi Ulisse, Tenuta Ulisse represents the new era of Abruzzo winemaking. Their vineyards, cradled between the Adriatic Sea and the Maiella mountains, benefit from warm days and cool nights — creating wines that marry Mediterranean richness with refined precision.
Special Features
This Montepulciano is an authentic expression of the Abruzzo terroir — lush fruit intensity, supple tannins and natural balance. Vinified in stainless steel to preserve purity and freshness, it showcases Tenuta Ulisse’s elegant, modern approach to traditional Italian winemaking.
Recognition & Accolades
Celebrated for its purity and elegance, this Montepulciano continues to earn critical acclaim across multiple vintages.
- 96/99 Points – Luca Maroni (2022 vintage)
- 99/100 Points – Luca Maroni (2022 vintage)
- Gold Medal – NZ International Wine Awards (2022 vintage)
- Gold – Mundus Vini (2022 vintage)
- 99/100 Points & “Best Italian Wine” – Luca Maroni (2021 vintage)
- 91/100 Points – Falstaff Magazine (2021 vintage)
- Silver – Sakura Awards (2021 vintage)
These accolades reaffirm Tenuta Ulisse’s status as a leading producer of refined, expressive Montepulciano d’Abruzzo.
Food Pairings
Rich, smooth and deeply aromatic, this Montepulciano is superb with slow-braised lamb shanks in rosemary jus, hearty beef ragù, or grilled rib-eye steak. Its dark-cherry fruit, supple tannins and subtle spice elevate earthy flavours, while a hint of chocolate lingers gracefully alongside aged pecorino or asiago cheese.
Perfect for Gifting or Sipping
A timeless Italian red of elegance and approachability, Tenuta Ulisse Montepulciano 2023 is ideal for both casual enjoyment and fine gifting — a perfect introduction to the modern sophistication of Abruzzo.
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