Torre Zambra Montepulciano D' Abruzzo

This Montepulciano definitely lives up to being "bigger and more dense" than others—the wild berry and cocoa notes shine through beautifully. I paired it with a rich ragu and it stood right up to the meal without getting lost. Already planning to grab another bottle for the next BBQ.

I’ve been grilling lamb chops a lot, and this Montepulciano’s cocoa and oak spice cut through the char perfectly. The dark fruit is so dense it feels like a bigger wine than the price suggests—definitely one to pair with richer sauces.

Opened this with a rich ragu, and the cocoa and oak spice on the finish tied everything together perfectly. The fruit is so deep and concentrated, it really stands up to the grilled meat without getting lost.