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Region: Abruzzo
Zone: Controguerra DOC
Wine:

Controguerra Rosso DOC

Facts about this wine

Wine: Red wine
Taste: Dry
Volume: Strong
Min. alcohol: 12%
Storage potential: 8 years

The primary grape in Controguerra Rosso DOC is Montepulciano Nero (70-100%) with permission to add other local, red grapes (0-30%).

Controguerra Rosso DOC is a powerful, robust, ruby red wine with a high alcohol concentration, full-bodied and noticeable tannins. Generally, this type matures slowly.

The minimum alcohol concentration is 12%. Released on the market not sooner than March 31st in the year following the harvest.

There is also Controguerra Rosso Riserva DOC with a longer aging requirement and a higher alcohol content.

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