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Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Cataldi Madonna – Organic
£17.95
One of Abruzzo’s top producers, Cataldi Madonna makes wines with great balance; the grapes and vineyards are allowed to express themselves without layers of oak. This Montepulciano is refreshingly medium-bodied, deliciously palatable and very moreish. It will complement your meal rather than dominate it – a quality I always look for in great wine.
Great with charcuterie, herby lamb, meaty pasta dishes and hard sheep cheeses such as Spenwood.
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