Masciarelli, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC (Italy) 2020

 Masciarell’s Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2020 is a medium-bodied red wine that is mellow and comfortably dry, with an easygoing texture and laid back yet energizing finish.  On the palate it is fruity (suggesting red fruits such as cherries and berries) and is dry rather than sweet.  Everything about this wine is equal parts simple and sophisticated, from the basic screwcap closure to the classic label on the traditional bottle.  With fresh and youthful flavors it is a red wine that is terrific with a range of foods from burgers to baba ganoush.