{"product_id":"vite-colte-barolo-essenze-riserva-2015","title":"Vite Colte Barolo Essenze Riserva 2015","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVite Colte Barolo Essenze Riserva is an elegant red from Piedmont made from Nebbiolo grapes, the highest expression of the prestigious Barolo Riserva denomination. In the glass, it reveals a garnet colour and a complex bouquet, where scents of dried flowers stand out alongside hints of vanilla and tobacco. On the palate, it is dry and full-bodied, supported by \u003cstrong\u003esilky tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that ensure perfect ageing over time. The sip offers a persistent finish with notes of wild berries, chocolate and \u003cstrong\u003ebalsamic nuances\u003c\/strong\u003e. It requires about two hours of decanting to fully release its aromas and is ideally paired with roasts, game and \u003cstrong\u003emature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates in the municipality of Barolo, in the heart of the Langhe. The vineyards are situated between three hundred and seventy and four hundred and eighty metres above sea level, a range that ensures the right balance between ripeness and freshness. The soils have a \u003cstrong\u003emarine sedimentary origin\u003c\/strong\u003e and are rich in clay-limestone marl alternating with Diano sandstone, giving the wine a deep mineral character. Vite Colte, located at the foot of the renowned crus of the area, operates through a management system aimed at ensuring the highest \u003cstrong\u003equality of the grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e and fully enhancing the \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial specificity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced only in the best vintages, the vinification process begins with alcoholic fermentation and a \u003cstrong\u003etwenty-day maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e on the skins, encouraging the extraction of the phenolic components typical of Nebbiolo. Malolactic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks to define the taste balance. Maturation continues for twenty-four months in \u003cstrong\u003esmall oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, developing an elegant aromatic complexity. A further \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e of twelve months allows the wine to achieve perfect structural harmony, ensuring a longevity of over twenty-five years.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the Langhe from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, Vite Colte Barolo Essenze Riserva 2015 is produced exclusively in the best vintages. The winery, located at the foot of the prestigious Barolo crus, enhances the region by remunerating suppliers based on the vineyard area, a choice aimed at prioritising qualitative excellence. This philosophy, combined with the expertise of oenologist Bruno Cordero, has led to an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e93 points from James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e. Aged for 24 months in small oak barrels and 12 months in bottle, it guarantees a longevity of \u003cstrong\u003eover 25 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vite Colte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44506967277739,"sku":"39647","price":51.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/vite-colte-barolo-essenze-riserva-2015_39647_1.jpg?v=1773692413","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-be\/products\/vite-colte-barolo-essenze-riserva-2015","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}