Cataldi Madonna Pie delle Vigne Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo DOC, Abruzzo, Italy

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The 2010 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Cerasuolo Pie delle Vigne emerges from the glass with black cherries, smoke, tobacco, incense and earthiness. Although medium in body, this is a deceptive Cerasuolo with considerable darkness. The 2010 has more than enough complexity and underlying structure to stand up to fairly rich and hearty foods. At the risk of sounding like a broken record, this is another great showing from Cataldi Madonna. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2020. Cataldi Madonna is one of the very finest estates in Italy. The wines are varietally expressive, full of personality and beautifully crafted. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

The 2008 Cerasuolo Pie delle Vigne is a delicious rose that was aged in steel, then spent two years in bottle, which is quite unusual as it results in a wine that shows development yet also remains quite fresh. Tobacco, cherries, flowers and leather are just some of the myriad aromas and flavors that take shape in this quirky yet beautiful Cerasuolo. The long finish is undeniably distinct. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. Cataldi Madonna is a great source for delicious wines from Abruzzo. I tend to gravitate towards the lower end of the spectrum, where most of the best values lie.Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

The 2006 Cerasuolo Pie’ delle Vigne (Montepulciano d’Abruzzo) is an ethereal rose that possesses gorgeous balance in its candied red fruit, sweet spices, licorice and leather. The mid-weight texture has much in common with that of Pinot Noir, Sangiovese and Nebbiolo, and the wine is probably best enjoyed with medium-bodied foods. Delicate, sublime and totally classy, the Pie’ delle Vigne is another compelling offering from Cataldi Madonna. Served slightly chilled it would make a great summer wine. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011. This is a lovely set of wines from Cataldi Madonna, one of Abruzzo’s top properties. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

A dark, ruby-colored rose with aromas of blueberry, raspberry and fresh lavender flower. It’s an intense wine with good complexity, density and long-lasting flavors of almond and berry fruit. Pair it with heavy fish dishes like cod or mackerel.——M.L.(2/1/2009)—— 87