{"product_id":"cantina-andrian-merlot-riserva-gant-2022","title":"Cantina Andrian Merlot Riserva Gant 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMerlot Riserva Gant from Cantina Andriano is a still red wine that faithfully embodies the essence of Alto Adige. Made exclusively from \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, it presents a deep ruby red hue, enriched with garnet reflections. On the nose, it releases an intense bouquet of ripe fruit, with prominent notes of plum and blackcurrant. On the palate, the sip reveals a \u003cstrong\u003efull-bodied\u003c\/strong\u003e and enveloping character, offering a warm sensation and impeccable harmony. This red stands out for its complex structure and extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing it to mature elegantly over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes for this wine come from the vineyards of \u003cstrong\u003eAndriano\u003c\/strong\u003e, an area in Trentino-Alto Adige with a long-standing winemaking tradition. The nature of the soils, characterised by \u003cstrong\u003eclay and sandy soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, plays a decisive role in the concentration and aromatic definition of the fruit, providing the vines with the ideal habitat for balanced development. To ensure an excellent quality standard, Cantina Andriano maintains a \u003cstrong\u003elimited yield per hectare\u003c\/strong\u003e, a choice that enhances the most authentic expression of the territory and gives the wine its characteristic intensity of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction involves \u003cstrong\u003ered vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e started in stainless steel tanks, with careful pumping over to best extract colour and structural components. Subsequently, the wine is transferred to wood for malolactic fermentation and \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. This stage is crucial for refining the tannin texture and making the overall aromatic profile more complex. The final \u003cstrong\u003etaste balance\u003c\/strong\u003e is the result of a precise balance between residual sugars and total acidity, parameters that ensure the wine has a solid, stable and harmonious structure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot Riserva Gant\u003c\/strong\u003e from Cantina Andriano embodies the excellence of Alto Adige, drawing on a skilful heritage dating back to 1893. True to the philosophy of “tradition in motion”, the estate combines preservation and innovation, recalling that “in wine lies both becoming and being”. This fine 2022 vintage originates from clay and sandy soils, before undergoing careful vinification in stainless steel. The subsequent and meticulous \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in barrique\u003c\/strong\u003e ultimately bestows a generous and harmonious glass, with excellent \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Andriano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45022195613867,"sku":"56149","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/cantina-andrian-merlot-riserva-gant-2022_56149_1_54455260-d449-4d01-845c-2bf8380dbd35.webp?v=1773764097","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-fi\/products\/cantina-andrian-merlot-riserva-gant-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}