Primaticcio

Most notably known as "Montepulciano". A grape varietal, used in the production of deep ruby red wines, originating in the Abruzo and Marche regions of Italy. Montepulciano is also a town in the Tuscany region. Tuscany is known for the Sangiovese grape. Winemakers also use the Montepuciano varietal in Rosé wines. The Montepulciano varietal is blended with Sangiovese and is the primary grape in Montepulciano d’Abruzzo blend.