{"product_id":"collemassari-montecucco-rigoleto-2023","title":"Collemassari Montecucco Rigoleto 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMontecucco Rigoleto is a Tuscan red wine created from a harmonious blend of Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo and Montepulciano, crafted by ColleMassari. An expression of the Montecucco region, it offers an enveloping bouquet of wild berries, cherry and blackberry, enriched with delicate spices, thyme and balsamic hints. On the palate, it is juicy, guided by \u003cstrong\u003esweet and fine tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003elively acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e that makes each sip agile and smooth. This balance ensures remarkable \u003cstrong\u003egastronomic versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it ideal for pairing with ragù-based pasta dishes, grilled meats and medium-aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red wine is born from \u003cstrong\u003eorganically managed vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e located in Tuscany, on the breezy slopes of Monte Amiata at over three hundred metres above sea level. The hilly area is characterised by constant air currents and \u003cstrong\u003esignificant temperature variations\u003c\/strong\u003e, elements that create an ideal microclimate for viticulture. The excellent exposure mitigates the higher temperatures, ensuring a gradual ripening of the grapes. These environmental conditions enhance the aromatic definition of the grapes, giving the wine a \u003cstrong\u003efresh and fruity character\u003c\/strong\u003e that faithfully reflects the identity of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking process aims to preserve the integrity of the fruit and begins with \u003cstrong\u003efermentation in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature. Colour extraction is carefully managed through manual punch-downs in truncated conical vats. Maturation lasts ten months: half of the wine rests in stainless steel to maintain primary freshness, while the other part matures in \u003cstrong\u003eused barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, acquiring softness and balance. A \u003cstrong\u003efinal ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e of at least six months completes the wine’s evolution, resulting in a glass that is expressive, lively and highly enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1998 on the breezy slopes of Monte Amiata, Rigoleto embodies the essence of \u003cstrong\u003eMontecucco Rosso DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced according to the principles of meticulous \u003cstrong\u003eorganic farming\u003c\/strong\u003e, it comes to life in an innovative four-level vertical winery, designed for gravity-fed movement of grapes and musts. Under the guidance of oenologists Maurizio Castelli and Luca Marrone, the wine matures between steel and oak barrels to enhance its fruity profile. ColleMassari boasts prestigious \u003cstrong\u003einternational awards\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Gambero Rosso and James Suckling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ColleMassari","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45559289118891,"sku":"58005","price":127.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/collemassari-montecucco-rigoleto-2023_58005_1_5c53f321-48d8-449d-b2b3-ec09b68ac2ef.webp?v=1773778762","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-hk\/products\/collemassari-montecucco-rigoleto-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}