Abruzzo is one of those regions where volume and quality coexist uncomfortably — and understanding why is essential at Diploma level. In this episode, I walk through how geography, training systems, yield allowances, and co-operative dominance shape the region’s wines, from high-volume Montepulciano d’Abruzzo to the small number of benchmark, age-worthy examples that quietly redefine what Abruzzo can be. Listen closely to the cause-and-effect links between hillside versus coastal sites, yield restriction, maceration choices, and ageing requirements — this is exactly where distinction-level marks are earned.
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