{"product_id":"travaglini-gattinara-2022","title":"Travaglini Gattinara 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTravaglini Gattinara is a still red wine that encapsulates the authentic expression of \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e. To the eye, it displays a clear garnet red colour, heralding a bouquet where small red fruits, raspberry and currant stand out, accompanied by delicate hints of anise and cypress. The tasting experience is led by a \u003cstrong\u003epronounced minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e that imparts an intriguing freshness and balances the solid structure. The palate is savoury and smooth, with \u003cstrong\u003egentle tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e well integrated into the acidic framework. This character makes it ideal for enhancing dishes with intense flavours, pairing perfectly with braised meats, game, and \u003cstrong\u003emature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes originate from the \u003cstrong\u003eGattinara\u003c\/strong\u003e area, in the province of Vercelli. The vineyards thrive at an altitude between 320 and 420 metres, benefiting from optimal exposure to the south and south-west. The distinctive feature of the area is the \u003cstrong\u003erocky soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich in iron minerals that give the land its typical reddish hue, imparting unmistakable ferrous notes to the glass. The \u003cstrong\u003efoothill climate\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a valuable temperature range for the quality of the grapes and ensures excellent \u003cstrong\u003evineyard ventilation\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving perfect health throughout the entire growing cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest takes place in the first ten days of October, with careful selection of the bunches. \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e lasts for about fifteen days at a controlled temperature, a process designed to maintain the fruit's aromatic precision. This is followed by a meticulous total ageing of four years, during which the wine rests for a long time in \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e and, to a lesser extent, in smaller wooden casks. The process concludes with a \u003cstrong\u003ebottle maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e of three months, resulting in a balanced and approachable red, capable of ensuring solid and fascinating longevity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTravaglini Gattinara DOCG 2022 is the expression of a winery that has been enhancing the Piedmontese territory since 1958. Made with \u003cstrong\u003epure Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine draws its essence from rocky soils rich in iron, acquiring a savoury character. After ageing for four years, three of which are spent in \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers a solid structure and pleasant freshness. On the nose, it reveals spicy aromas and small red fruits, perfect with mature cheeses and \u003cstrong\u003ebraised meats\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Travaglini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45696955351211,"sku":"58532","price":296.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/travaglini-gattinara-2022_58532_1_cddb9ecb-9ad7-4bf6-824d-6195f1e8b7be.webp?v=1773786237","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-hk\/products\/travaglini-gattinara-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}