Identity
| Producer | De Fermo |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | VDT |
| Grapes | 100% Montepulciano |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | ruby red |
| Aroma | Aromas of cherries, blackberries, red fruits, peonies, violets, spices, earth, juniper, and subtle mineral notes. |
| Palate | Enveloping and light palate with velvety tannins, freshness, soft tannins, juicy and rustic character, persistent and balanced. |
| Finish | Smooth finish with velvety tannins, mineral touch, persistent and fresh with a rustic yet expressive character. |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with structured first courses like cannelloni with red sauce, timbales, pasta with wild boar sauce, red meats, and aged cheeses. |
| Aging Potential | Drink from 2023 to 2029 |
| Serving Glassware | Tulip-shaped wine glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Fermentation and aging in concrete tanks for 8-12 months, spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts, no oak influence. |
| Fermentation | Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in concrete tanks with whole bunches, maceration for about 5 days. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 300 m |
| Soil | clay and limestone |
| Vine Age | 25 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-harvested from biodynamically farmed vines at 300 meters altitude in Loreto Aprutino. |
Interesting facts
| Produced by De Fermo, a biodynamic winery in Loreto Aprutino, Abruzzo, founded in 2010 by Stefano Papetti and Eloisa de Fermo. The wine is named 'Concrete' for its aging in concrete tanks, emphasizing purity and freshness without oak influence. |