{"product_id":"j-hofstatter-trento-michei-extra-brut","title":"J. Hofstatter Trento Michei Extra Brut","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJ. Hofstatter Trento Michei Extra Brut is a refined sparkling wine made using the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e that captures the essence of the Trento region. Produced with a focus on \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, it stands out for its intense straw yellow colour with greenish highlights. The aromatic bouquet reveals notes of ripe citrus fruits, grapefruit and bergamot, which give way to delicate hints of flint and nettle. On the palate, it displays a bold and very dry character, typical of the \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e style, offering harmonious complexity and a \u003cstrong\u003efine, elegant mousse\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown at Maso Michei, an estate located at the end of the Valle di Ronchi above Ala, in the heart of Trentino. The rows of vines dominate sunny slopes up to 850 metres above sea level, in an alpine setting that demands truly \u003cstrong\u003eheroic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e. The harsh climate encourages slow vine growth and late ripening, giving the wine pronounced freshness. This strong \u003cstrong\u003emountain identity\u003c\/strong\u003e is reflected in the glass, ensuring a clear aromatic profile that fully enhances the balance of the \u003cstrong\u003edry style\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction involves hand harvesting at the end of summer. In the winery, gentle pressing and must settling precede the first fermentation at controlled temperature. As required by the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, the secondary fermentation takes place strictly in the bottle, followed by a slow \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e for forty-eight months. Crafted with a modest residual sugar, this wine is excellent as a \u003cstrong\u003esophisticated aperitif\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its elegant structure pairs harmoniously with \u003cstrong\u003efish dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, shellfish, white meats and medium-aged cheeses, expressing its full charm when served at a temperature between eight and ten degrees.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the enchanting Alpine landscape of Maso Michei, at an altitude of 850 metres, Trento Michei Extra Brut embodies the fascinating return to the origins of the J. Hofstätter estate. In this context of \u003cstrong\u003eheroic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e, the slow ripening of the Chardonnay grapes enhances a harmonious complexity. Produced strictly according to the \u003cstrong\u003etraditional method\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine rests on the lees for a full 48 months to release a \u003cstrong\u003efine and elegant perlage\u003c\/strong\u003e. A true masterpiece from high altitude that translates the strong mountain identity into an unforgettable tasting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hofstatter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44514956705963,"sku":"50772","price":23.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/j-hofstatter-trento-michei-extra-brut_50772_1_e2e724c5-b293-4087-9407-af058f7c369a.webp?v=1773731409","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-ch\/products\/j-hofstatter-trento-michei-extra-brut","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}