The native Montepulciano d'Abruzzo (not to be confused with the town of that name in Tuscany where Vino Nobile is made) is a vine of convincing character that has been winning admirers abroad. Its flavor profile can go easily from simple, fresh and fruity to heavy, masculine and complex. The quality of the producers in the region improves with each passing year, making Abruzzo a region to watch closely in the future.