{"product_id":"les-cretes-la-sabla-rosso","title":"Les Cretes La Sabla Rosso","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLes Crêtes La Sabla is a still red wine from the Aosta Valley that fully expresses the character of the mountains. It is created from a harmonious \u003cstrong\u003eblend of local red grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Fumin, Petit Rouge and Barbera, sourced from old vineyards. In the glass, it displays an intense ruby colour with bright violet highlights. On the nose, it offers clear aromas where notes of \u003cstrong\u003eraspberry and cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e intertwine with delicate floral hints of violet. On the palate, it delivers a dry, well-bodied sip, supported by \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a pleasantly persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in the municipality of Aymavilles, from the La Sabla, Bufferia and Sazzé plots. The vineyards, situated between 500 and 750 metres above sea level, benefit from excellent western exposure. The name comes from the local dialect term for sand, highlighting the nature of the \u003cstrong\u003eloose, sandy soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, composed of morainic debris and loess. The steep slopes require rigorous \u003cstrong\u003eheroic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e carried out entirely by hand. These pedoclimatic conditions give the wine a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003earomatic freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e and an ideal structural balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e, carried out towards the end of October. In the winery, the grapes are crushed and destemmed to preserve the fragrance of the varietal aromas. Fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature, with maceration lasting about twelve days and daily pump-overs to ensure optimal polyphenolic extraction. The wine then matures for eight months in steel, followed by a \u003cstrong\u003efinal ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e of five months, aimed at enhancing the expressive clarity and juiciness of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1971 in Aymavilles, La Sabla embodies the expertise of the Charrère family and the dedication to the \u003cstrong\u003eheroic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e of Les Crêtes. This historic red from the Aosta Valley is a refined blend of prized local varieties grown in \u003cstrong\u003eold vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its name pays homage to the sandy soils that give the wine seductive raspberry aromas and delicate floral nuances of violet. Savouring this gem means embracing an authentic tradition, characterised by soft, enveloping tannins and an \u003cstrong\u003einimitable persistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44505386451115,"sku":"27264","price":15.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/les-cretes-la-sabla-rosso_27264_1_56779ca4-44d8-460a-99ce-084f5c35a0a7.webp?v=1773677534","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-nl\/products\/les-cretes-la-sabla-rosso","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}