Torri Cantine 'Bakan' - Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

This 2017 Montepulciano wine hails from the Marche region in Italy, specifically the province of Teramo. The vines here are at least 50 years old and sit 290 meters above sea - level. With a south - east facing vineyard, the grapes get excellent sunlight exposure. Aged in barriques for 12 months and then refined in the bottle for 6 more months, this wine offers rich dried fruit and vanilla aromas and flavors. To fully savor its taste, open the bottle and let it breathe before drinking. It pairs beautifully with paparadelle in meat sauce or a pecorino - marcetto cheese from Castel del Monte.

To enjoy this Torri Cantine 'Bakan' Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, start by opening the bottle and letting it sit for a while to let the wine breathe. This will help bring out the wonderful dried fruit and vanilla flavors. When it comes to food pairings, go for paparadelle with meat sauce or a pecorino - marcetto cheese. Store the unopened bottle in a cool, dark place. Once opened, finish it within a few days and keep it refrigerated when not in use to maintain its quality.