DOC · since 1999
Pentro di Isernia
Wine · PDO · 17 municipalities
Established in 1999 across 17 municipalities in Molise, including Agnone and Isernia, the Pentro di Isernia DOC represents a fascinating anomaly in Italian viticulture with currently zero verified producers. When bottled, this elusive red wine is defined by a strict composition of at least 75% Montepulciano and a mandatory minimum of 20% Tintilia, Molise's signature dark grape. This specific blend distinguishes it from neighbouring appellations, requiring at least 12 months of aging, with a minimum of 6 months resting in wood. The resulting dry, harmonic wine must achieve a minimum alcohol content of 11.0% vol, offering a robust profile that remains entirely theoretical until production resumes.
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Production zone
Producers0 verified
The facts
- Colour
- more or less intense ruby red
- Taste
- dry, harmonious, velvety and slightly tannic
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Pentro di Isernia produced?
- Pentro di Isernia is produced in 17 municipalities in Molise, Italy: Agnone, Belmonte del Sannio, Castelverrino, Colli a Volturno and more.
- What grape is Pentro di Isernia made from?
- Pentro di Isernia is made from Montepulciano (min 75%), Tintilia (min 20%), altri vitigni a bacca nera non aromatici idonei alla Regione Molise.
- How long must Pentro di Isernia age?
- Pentro di Isernia must age at least 12 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Pentro di Isernia?
- The minimum alcohol content of Pentro di Isernia is 11% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.