Tenuta Ferrante Montepulciano Barricato Desiderio 2022

Tenuta Ferrante Montepulciano Barricato Desiderio 2022 is a rich and striking red wine from Abruzzo, a region known for powerful, expressive wines. Made from 100% Montepulciano, a naturally deep-colored and full-bodied grape, this wine gains extra finesse and depth from barrique aging, giving it both strength and elegance. It’s a wine with a clear personality and a well-balanced interplay of fruit, oak, and structure.

In the glass, the Desiderio 2022 shows an intense ruby red with purple highlights, immediately hinting at its richness. The bouquet is complex and inviting: ripe black cherries, blackberries, and dark berries are complemented by soft vanilla, sweet spices, and a subtle cocoa note from the oak. When allowed to breathe, delicate earthy nuances, tobacco, and cedar emerge, adding a layered, mature character.

On the palate, the wine is full and rounded, with ripe fruit supported by firm yet supple tannins. The acidity is lively, providing tension and balance, while the barrique aging contributes gentle oak nuances that enhance structure and depth without overpowering the fruit. The finish is long and warm, where fruit, spices, and light oak integrate harmoniously, giving the wine a memorable presence.

The wine is crafted with care, with only the best grapes selected, and fermentation and aging carefully monitored to preserve both the expression of Montepulciano and the character of Abruzzo’s soils. The combination of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and barrique aging results in a red wine that blends power and elegance with notable complexity and finesse. Tenuta Ferrante Montepulciano Barricato Desiderio 2022 demonstrates that Montepulciano can produce a versatile, refined, and characterful wine with depth and personality.