The 2020 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo has a dark, almost sultry presence, with ripe plums and black cherries complemented by exotic spices and a dusting of cocoa. This is savory, almost salty, yet soothing with its silky textures and polished red fruits. The 2020 finishes lightly structured with a tart twang of sour wild berries and purple-tinged inner florals. I find myself aching for more precision here; yet at this price point, it's a solid effort.