The 2012 Lazy Caesar Montepulicano d’Adruzzo has 13% alcohol, scored 14+ points on the Dionysian scale of a possible 20, and cost under $10.
It was inky purple showing it’s still very young, was medium-bodied and velvety with balanced tannins. This simple food wine had blackberry and herb aromas.
It’s a classic example of what the region produces.
The Abruzzo Region of Italy is famous for growing this Montepulciano grape and this is a perfect example of what the area produces every year. In vino veritas.
A basic meal with a basic wine: veggie salad and pasta with chestnuts, sage and prosciutto.
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