At a glance

Producer

Poggio Anima

Region

Abruzzo, Italy

Grape variety

Montepulciano

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$18-$25

Tasting profile

Rich red cherry, plum, hints of wild herbs and earth with some spicy oak notes

Evolution: Fruit will evolve to more dried and savory notes with age, tertiary aromas like leather and tobacco emerging

At peak: Balanced harmony of mature dark fruit, integrated oak, and complex earthy tones

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high, providing good freshness

Tannins

Medium to medium-plus, smooth

Alcohol

13.5%-14.0%

Aging potential

8-10 years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2029

Optimal window

2023 to 2030

Current status

Approaching early drinking window but benefits from short-term aging

Current condition

Ready to enjoy now with good freshness; tannins still integrating

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo from a quality producer like Poggio Anima typically matures well over 8-10 years, with optimal drinking after 3-4 years in bottle to allow tannins and acidity to harmonize and secondary characteristics to develop.

Food pairing

Pairs excellently with grilled red meats, hearty pasta dishes with tomato-based sauces, aged cheeses, and rustic Italian cuisine.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — To soften medium tannins and encourage aromatic complexity

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Producer employs traditional sustainable farming techniques focusing on soil health and minimal chemical use; small estate production

While not officially certified organic or biodynamic, Poggio Anima demonstrates commitment to environmentally friendly viticulture through manual harvesting, limited chemical inputs, and efforts toward water conservation and energy efficiency. Packaging is standard glass bottles with natural corks. The wine’s sustainability benefits from regional viticulture practices but has a moderate carbon footprint largely from transportation outside Europe.