Rosso Cònero DOC
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The everyday red of the Ancona coast, Montepulciano grown on limestone with the Adriatic in view. Compared with its Abruzzo cousin it's a little brighter and more floral: black cherry, plum, violet, dried oregano and a savory, slightly salty edge, with medium-plus tannin and moderate acidity. Basic bottlings are fruity and ready at two or three years; the better single-vineyard versions from Moroder, Le Terrazze and Garofoli have real depth. The riserva tier was split off into Conero DOCG in 2004, so this DOC is the fresher, cheaper side.
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Umani Ronchi
Rosso Conero San Lorenzo
Everywhere in the US; ripe black cherry, plum and a soft tannic frame, a reliable weeknight bottle.
$15 to $20Wine-SearcherFattoria Le Terrazze
Rosso Conero
Organic estate on the slopes of the Conero; more savory, with blackberry, herbs and a chalky finish.
$18 to $24Wine-SearcherGarofoli
Rosso Conero Piancarda
A classic, aged in large oak, with dark cherry, licorice and gentle tannin.
$15 to $20Wine-Searcher
| Producer | Wine | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umani Ronchi | Rosso Conero San Lorenzo Everywhere in the US; ripe black cherry, plum and a soft tannic frame, a reliable weeknight bottle. | $15 to $20 | Wine-Searcher |
| Fattoria Le Terrazze | Rosso Conero Organic estate on the slopes of the Conero; more savory, with blackberry, herbs and a chalky finish. | $18 to $24 | Wine-Searcher |
| Garofoli | Rosso Conero Piancarda A classic, aged in large oak, with dark cherry, licorice and gentle tannin. | $15 to $20 | Wine-Searcher |