Wines from
the abruzzo region, Italy

Abruzzi ranks 14th among the regions in size. Abruzzi offers wine drinkers rare and refreshing simplicity. There are two DOCs and few unclassified wines of note in a region that is two-thirds mountains and one-third hills with favorable conditions for viniculture. The Montepulciano and Trebbiano grape varietals most common. This region has Italy's highest average yields for table wine.  In parts of the Abruzzi, Montepulciano becomes a red of irresistible character - full-bodied, even robust, with a capacity to age but with such supple smoothness that it can be eminently drinkable even when young. In higher inland areas, or from vineyards where growers have the habit of excessive yields, the wines tend to be lighter.