{"product_id":"bastianich-vespa-rosso-2018","title":"Bastianich Vespa Rosso 2018","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVespa Rosso is a still wine from Venezia Giulia by Bastianich, created from a careful blend of Merlot, Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso and Schioppettino. Its structured profile is characterised by \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and perfectly balanced freshness. On the nose, it offers the \u003cstrong\u003esweetness of blackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e and morello cherry, which blend harmoniously with delicate vegetal, spicy and balsamic notes. On the palate, it is rich and elegant, with an intense, persistent and pleasantly bitter finish, ideal for pairing with flavourful dishes such as \u003cstrong\u003egrilled meats\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates from hillside vineyards located in the areas of Cividale del Friuli, Buttrio, Premariacco and Prepotto, in the heart of the Colli Orientali del Friuli. The vines take root in a terroir of \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous Eocene marl\u003c\/strong\u003e, at an altitude between one hundred and fifty and two hundred metres. The favourable sun exposure and mild climate of the Premariacco area ensure optimal ripening of the grapes. This geographical matrix gives the wine a \u003cstrong\u003efine texture\u003c\/strong\u003e and a distinct \u003cstrong\u003eflavour profile\u003c\/strong\u003e with an international character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction involves a rigorous manual harvest and selection of the bunches on sorting tables, followed by destemming and crushing. The individual varieties ferment separately in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with daily pump-overs. This is followed by gentle \u003cstrong\u003evertical pressing\u003c\/strong\u003e, aimed at extracting only the noblest fractions of the fruit. After malolactic fermentation, the wine matures separately for eighteen months in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. At the end of the ageing process, the \u003cstrong\u003efinal blend\u003c\/strong\u003e is created, which rests further to complete its structural evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVespa Rosso 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e by Bastianich embodies the excellence of the Colli Orientali del Friuli, combining the elegance of Merlot with the vibrant character of Refosco and Schioppettino. Produced in Cividale del Friuli, this exceptional wine is made from grapes vinified separately to preserve every nuance. The 18-month ageing in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e gives it a silky texture, releasing intense aromas of blackberry and morello cherry. A multi-award-winning masterpiece, celebrated by critics for its \u003cstrong\u003esweet tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and its enveloping gustatory harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bastianich","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44512303710379,"sku":"47861","price":306.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/bastianich-vespa-rosso-2018_47861_1_433ecedc-206c-4d23-87ef-e14f9b05c30e.webp?v=1773720493","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-hk\/products\/bastianich-vespa-rosso-2018","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}