2021 Emidio Pepe Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Italy Mauritson Wines where gardenia rides atop a

where gardenia rides atop a well integrated acidity

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The palate is generous yet very pure and focused

full tannins

2021 Emidio Pepe Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Italy Mauritson Wines where gardenia rides atop aAromas of wild strawberries, cherries and touches of blue fruit, violets, dark earth, roses, hints of mushrooms and minerals. Composed and medium to full bodied with fine, firm tannins and pure red and blue fruit flavors. A long, pristine, al dente finish. Purity and transparency from a serious but effortless wine. Traditional at heart, and there is a pinot like finesse and elegance to this understated Montepulciano dAbruzzo. Delicious now, but can