Emidio Pepe Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy 2002

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2002 is a rare, cellar-aged release from one of Italy’s most legendary traditional estates. From a cool vintage the winery itself describes as producing wines with “great acidities” and strong aging potential, the 2002 has evolved into an elegant, complex expression of Montepulciano. Expect layers of dried cherry, wild herbs, leather, forest floor, tobacco, and savory mineral notes with refined tannins and remarkable freshness. Deeply soulful and highly collectible, this is a benchmark mature Italian red for serious collectors and adventurous drinkers alike.