Giuliana Vicini, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, 2022

This fresh and approachable Montepulciano from Giuliana Vicini boasts ripe cherry and plum, accented by hints of liquorice. Smooth and well-balanced, with youthful tannins and a soft, inviting texture, it's incredibly food-friendly - pair it with Chitarrina with meatballs, baked chicken with olives, eggplant parmigiana, or a grilled steak for a perfect match.

Giuliana Vicini is the passion project of Chiara Ciavolich, who focuses on small-batch, artisanal wines that showcase bold flavours and regional character.

The winery is named after Chiara’s great aunt, Giuliana, a woman ahead of her time who, despite societal limitations, inherited the family land and passed it on to Chiara with a vision of making unpretentious, accessible wines. The women featured on the labels honour her legacy.