{"title":"Tenuta Monteloro (Antinori)","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"tenuta-monteloro-mezzo-braccio-riesling-2021","title":"Tenuta Monteloro Mezzo Braccio Riesling 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMezzo Braccio Riesling from Tenuta Monteloro is a \u003cstrong\u003estill white wine\u003c\/strong\u003e produced in Tuscany exclusively from Riesling grapes. It skilfully combines freshness and aromatic precision with a soft, well-structured body, standing out for its \u003cstrong\u003edistinct savoury character\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ageing on fine lees gives depth to the palate, ensuring the wine has a potential \u003cstrong\u003eevolution over time\u003c\/strong\u003e estimated at up to ten years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in the hilly area of Fiesole, on the outskirts of Florence, where Tenuta Monteloro enhances a territory unusually suited to the cultivation of aromatic grape varieties. Its name recalls an ancient \u003cstrong\u003eFlorentine unit of measurement\u003c\/strong\u003e, rooting the product in the history of the region. In the glass, it appears a bright straw yellow, while the nose opens with a bouquet recalling white flowers, \u003cstrong\u003edried apple\u003c\/strong\u003e, aromatic herbs and \u003cstrong\u003epetrol notes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place in two distinct stages: the first in mid-September preserves acidity, while the second in October encourages the concentration of aromas. After gentle pressing, fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature. The wine rests on fine lees at low temperatures, completing the process with a final maturation of at least six months. At the table, it enhances \u003cstrong\u003eshellfish dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, white meats and \u003cstrong\u003efresh cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMezzo Braccio Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e from Tenuta Monteloro takes its name from an ancient Florentine unit of measurement. Produced since 2007 by Antinori, it enhances the \u003cstrong\u003eunique terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e of Fiesole, which is ideal for aromatic grape varieties. In the 2021 vintage, manual harvesting in two stages preserves freshness and maximises sugar and aromatic concentration. 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On the nose, it is intense, releasing a fragrant bouquet where \u003cstrong\u003ecitrus notes of grapefruit\u003c\/strong\u003e and albedo stand out, harmoniously blended with hints of pear, linden blossom and aromatic herbs. On the palate, it displays a fresh, balanced and savoury character, consistently supported by a \u003cstrong\u003eclear mineral structure\u003c\/strong\u003e that leads to a clean, crisp finish enriched by a pleasant fruity aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the picturesque hills of the Fiesole Apennines, on the outskirts of Florence. The vineyards are situated at around five hundred metres above sea level, surrounded by woods and white roads said to have inspired the landscapes of the Divine Comedy. The area benefits from a \u003cstrong\u003ecool climate all year round\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emineral-rich soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal environmental conditions to enhance the aromatic profile and pronounced savouriness of the grapes. The wine's name derives from an \u003cstrong\u003eancient hydrometric gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e used in these valleys to measure river flow, reflecting a deep connection with the local nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvesting takes place in the early hours of the morning to preserve the freshness and integrity of the bunches. In the winery, destemming is followed by a \u003cstrong\u003ebrief maceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e, a crucial step that allows the delicate coppery hue to be extracted before proceeding with gentle pressing. The must undergoes natural cold clarification and is transferred to \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e for fermentation at a controlled temperature. Ageing continues in the same containers, where the wine rests at low temperatures, ensuring absolute \u003cstrong\u003earomatic precision\u003c\/strong\u003e and preserving the expressive purity of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated on the outskirts of Florence, Tenuta Monteloro stands on the first slopes of the Fiesole Apennines, once home to historic aristocratic families. The cool climate and \u003cstrong\u003emineral-rich soils\u003c\/strong\u003e create an ideal environment, perfectly enhancing \u003cstrong\u003earomatic white wines\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nestled among enchanting woods, this evocative landscape is said to have inspired some passages of the Divine Comedy. 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