{"product_id":"leonardo-da-vinci-vitruviano-brunello-di-montalcino-2019","title":"Leonardo da Vinci Vitruviano Brunello di Montalcino 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeonardo Brunello di Montalcino is a Tuscan red that rigorously expresses the character of Sangiovese. To the eye, it presents a deep purple-red colour, a prelude to a structured aromatic profile from which clear \u003cstrong\u003earomas of blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e emerge. On the palate, it reveals a warm and enveloping texture, guided by \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and supported by a pleasant freshness that ensures a \u003cstrong\u003elong-lasting finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is the ideal companion for braised red meats, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown in the renowned vineyards of the Montalcino area, in Tuscany. The Sangiovese vines sink their roots into a unique terroir, characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003eclay-rich soil full of shells\u003c\/strong\u003e and shaped by the succession of geological eras. The altitudes of the plots, ranging from 120 to 650 metres above sea level, offer ideal conditions for the slow ripening of the grapes. This exceptional environment gives the wine remarkable \u003cstrong\u003estructural balance\u003c\/strong\u003e, clearly defining the distinctive features of the \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino designation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe production process, overseen by Leonardo da Vinci, begins with a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e. The red vinification involves a \u003cstrong\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e for about twenty to twenty-five days at a controlled temperature, encouraging optimal colour extraction. The wine then matures for at least twenty-four months in \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it acquires roundness and aromatic breadth. A further period of rest finally stabilises its sensory profile, preparing it perfectly for tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated as a tribute to the Tuscan genius, this \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e encapsulates the most authentic soul of the region. Produced by a winery founded in 1961 following the Leonardo Method, it is made from hand-picked Sangiovese grapes and matures for 24 months in \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a wine with an impenetrable purple colour that releases intense aromas of blackberries, blackcurrants and cherries. On the palate, it is warm and enveloping, supported by good acidity and \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that accompany its long persistence, enhancing game dishes and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cantine Leonardo da Vinci","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44501734588587,"sku":"52377","price":321.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/leonardo-da-vinci-vitruviano-brunello-di-montalcino-2019_52377_1_a14fea1f-0e60-4f76-aaaf-f1660f3e6fcf.webp?v=1773735864","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-hk\/products\/leonardo-da-vinci-vitruviano-brunello-di-montalcino-2019","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}