Giacondi Montepulciano D’ Abruzzo 2022

Giacondi Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2022 is a vibrant, easy-drinking red wine that captures the spirit of Italy’s Abruzzo region. Made from 100% Montepulciano grapes, it pours a deep ruby color with purple highlights, offering an inviting bouquet of ripe cherries, blackberries, and hints of violets. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with smooth tannins and a lively freshness. Flavors of juicy red berries, plum, and a touch of earthiness unfold, balanced by subtle notes of spice and a light hint of oak. The wine’s bright acidity keeps it vibrant and food-friendly, while a soft, rounded finish leaves impressions of sweet fruit and a gentle savory note. Giacondi Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2022 is a great introduction to the Montepulciano grape, offering quality and value in every sip. Enjoy lightly cooled (61° - 64° F).

Giacondi Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2022 pairs beautifully with a variety of hearty and flavorful dishes. Its juicy red fruit and soft tannins complement classic Italian meals like spaghetti with meat sauce, lasagna, and Margherita pizza. It also shines alongside grilled meats, such as pork chops, lamb, and beef skewers. For poultry, pair it with herb-roasted chicken or chicken cacciatore. Vegetarian options like eggplant Parmesan, mushroom risotto, or hearty vegetable stews also work well. Aged cheeses such as Pecorino Romano or Parmigiano-Reggiano make excellent accompaniments, enhancing the wine’s lively acidity and smooth, fruit-forward character.

Giacondi Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2022 is a red wine produced by MGM Mondo del Vino, a prominent Italian wine company recognized for crafting high-quality, approachable wines from across Italy’s top regions. Founded in 1991 by a group of experienced oenologists and entrepreneurs, MGM Mondo del Vino was established with the goal of blending traditional Italian winemaking with modern innovation to reach wine lovers around the world. Since its founding, the company has grown steadily and now exports wines to more than 40 countries, building a reputation for reliability, quality, and regional authenticity.

The Giacondi brand is one of MGM Mondo del Vino’s more accessible labels, offering wines that represent classic Italian varietals at affordable price points. With Giacondi Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, the focus is on highlighting the distinct personality of the Montepulciano grape, a variety native to Italy and particularly well-suited to the Abruzzo region’s rolling hills, clay-limestone soils, and Mediterranean climate.

Abruzzo, located in east-central Italy between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea, has a long and rich winemaking tradition. Montepulciano, the region’s flagship red grape, thrives here thanks to the combination of sunny days, cool nights, and diverse microclimates. Wines from this area tend to be deeply colored, fruit-forward, and well-structured—qualities that Giacondi Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2022 captures beautifully. MGM Mondo del Vino emphasizes sustainable practices, careful vineyard management, and modern vinification techniques to produce wines that are consistent, expressive, and food-friendly. By sourcing grapes from trusted growers and maintaining a strong connection to the land, the company ensures that each vintage remains true to its origins. Through Giacondi, MGM Mondo del Vino delivers a classic taste of Abruzzo to the global market, offering an authentic and approachable Italian wine experience.