{"product_id":"argentiera-bolgheri-rosso-superiore-2023","title":"Argentiera Bolgheri Rosso Superiore 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBolgheri Rosso Superiore Argentiera is a red wine from Tuscany with a refined profile, fermented in steel and cement and aged in oak barrels, an authentic expression of \u003cstrong\u003eBolgheri Superiore\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is created from a careful \u003cstrong\u003egrape blend\u003c\/strong\u003e of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. To the eye, it presents a bright ruby colour, which anticipates a full-bodied sip, supported by smooth tannins and a vibrant acidity. The aromatic bouquet weaves scents of blackberry, blueberry and blackcurrant with notes of black tea, tobacco and sweet spices. The finish, long and persistent, offers elegant smoky nuances and an intensity awarded \u003cstrong\u003e96 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates in Tuscany at \u003cstrong\u003eArgentiera\u003c\/strong\u003e, a name that recalls the ancient silver mines of the Etruscan era. The vineyards extend along the Tyrrhenian coast, reaching altitudes between 150 and 205 metres, among the highest in the area. The excellent exposure, mitigated by \u003cstrong\u003econstant sea breezes\u003c\/strong\u003e and significant sun exposure, promotes perfect phenolic ripening. The soils vary from marls to argillites, with \u003cstrong\u003eintercalations of sandstone\u003c\/strong\u003e and siliceous rocks, giving the wine a deep structure and a complex minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with a \u003cstrong\u003erigorous manual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a careful selection of the bunches. Alcoholic fermentation and maceration take place in stainless steel and cement tanks at a controlled temperature for approximately twenty-five days, ensuring optimal extraction of colour and structure. After malolactic fermentation, ageing continues for approximately fourteen to sixteen months in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, before concluding with a long rest in the bottle which enhances its precision and excellent \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and interesting facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name of this iconic wine evokes the ancient \u003cstrong\u003eEtruscan silver mines\u003c\/strong\u003e that once stood within the estate. The excellent \u003cstrong\u003e2023\u003c\/strong\u003e vintage, characterised by a balanced climate and refreshed by the providential August rains, ensured an impeccable phenolic ripening of the grapes. The result of a meticulous manual harvest in vineyards extending up to two hundred metres in altitude, this pearl of Bolgheri expresses an extraordinary structural elegance, awarded no fewer than \u003cstrong\u003e96 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Argentiera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47497204301995,"sku":"62308","price":80.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/argentiera-bolgheri-rosso-superiore-2023_62308_1_7f2ac9eb-f4bb-40f2-9a47-5dc3ab0deac9.webp?v=1790330864","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-ch\/products\/argentiera-bolgheri-rosso-superiore-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}