{"product_id":"alessandri-costa-delle-vigne-pigato-riviera-ligure-ponente-vigne-veggie-2023","title":"Alessandri Costa Delle Vigne Pigato Riviera Ligure Ponente Vigne Veggie 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCosta Delle Vigne Pigato Riviera Ligure Ponente Vigne Veggie by Massimo Alessandri is a \u003cstrong\u003estructured white wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances the most authentic expression of the Riviera Ligure di Ponente. Made exclusively from Pigato grapes, it stands out for its clear aromatic profile and remarkable \u003cstrong\u003ecapacity to evolve over time\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it offers an enveloping and elegant sip, ideal for harmoniously accompanying delicate dishes of lean fish and \u003cstrong\u003eplatters of selected cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyards grow in the area of Ranzo, in the heart of western Liguria, enjoying optimal exposure to the south and east. The vines take root between 350 and 450 metres above sea level on \u003cstrong\u003esoils rich in stones\u003c\/strong\u003e. These soils, composed of a sandy and clayey matrix with a characteristic reddish colour due to the presence of \u003cstrong\u003eiron and aluminium oxides\u003c\/strong\u003e, are well-drained and low in water. These pedoclimatic conditions favour complete ripening of the grapes, giving great \u003cstrong\u003econcentration to the wine\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest takes place at the end of September, followed by gentle destemming and \u003cstrong\u003ecold static clarification\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fermentation occurs at a controlled temperature to preserve the integrity of the fruit, while malolactic fermentation is inhibited or only partially carried out. The wine matures for a long time on its own lees in \u003cstrong\u003ewooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, then moves to steel tanks until it naturally clarifies. The process ends with significant \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e before being released for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCosta Delle Vigne Pigato\u003c\/strong\u003e by Massimo Alessandri is a magnificent expression of the Riviera Ligure di Ponente DOC. Produced in Ranzo, from vineyards located between 350 and 450 metres above sea level, this prestigious white wine is aged for 10 months in \u003cstrong\u003etonneaux\u003c\/strong\u003e and a further five months in bottle. Under the guidance of Walter Bonetti, the wine displays a solid structure with an alcohol content of 14%, an excellence awarded with the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003e3 Bicchieri Gambero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e. Perfect with lean fish and cheeses, it offers a memorable tasting experience with impeccable balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alessandri Massimo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44542323753131,"sku":"49189","price":255.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/alessandri-costa-delle-vigne-pigato-riviera-ligure-ponente-vigne-veggie-2023_49189_1_7ab8715e-c44f-406c-842d-2b3eccf3d284.webp?v=1773724406","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-hk\/products\/alessandri-costa-delle-vigne-pigato-riviera-ligure-ponente-vigne-veggie-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}