We feature two Italian wines from Dunnes Stores this week. Both come from the Abruzzo region on the eastern side of central Italy and are made from local grape varieties. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is a familiar name; you can expect to find it on most Italian restaurant lists and every retail wine shop. The pecorino grape is less well-known. In fact, it almost disappeared at one stage in the mid-20th century. Now, it is valued for its refreshing acidity and rich fruit.Tenuta Ulisse Pecorino 2025, Terre d’Abruzzo Tenuta Ulisse Pecorino 2025, Terre d’Abruzzo13%, €13.50Vibrant grapefruit zest on the nose, rich tropical fruit on the palate with a rounded finish. This would make a nice aperitif, or you could serve it with lightly spicy Asian prawn or chicken dishes. Tenuta Ulisse Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Tenuta Ulisse Montepulciano d’Abruzzo14%, €13.50Big, rich and ripe with rounded sweet cassis and dark cherry fruits layered with coffee and a smooth finish. Try it with barbecued or grilled red meat.
Two Italian wines from Dunnes, one with a less familiar grape
Wines for the Weekend: Both of these wines come from local Abruzzo grape varieties
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