From the legendary Emidio Pepe estate, the 2021 “Branella” is a profound, single-vineyard Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, showcasing immense structure and complexity. The nose is deep, savory, and complex, with a core of black cherry and wild plum, layered with notes of black pepper, iron-rich earth, and wild herbs. On the palate, it’s full-bodied, dense, and tightly wound, with firm, gripping tannins and a vibrant, persistent acidity that frames the savory dark fruit. The finish is exceptionally long, earthy, and mineral-driven. A monumental, cellar-worthy Montepulciano that demands a decade or more of patience.