{"product_id":"ruffino-alauda-2022","title":"Ruffino Alauda 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlauda is an \u003cstrong\u003eorganic red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e born in Tuscany from the blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Colorino. In the glass, it displays an intense ruby colour with violet reflections. The bouquet is multifaceted, intertwining the ripe red fruit of Merlot with the herbaceous and smoky notes of Cabernet Franc, and the clear balsamic aromas of Colorino. On the palate, it offers a rich and persistent sip, supported by \u003cstrong\u003eelegant tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a solid flavour profile that evolves through flavours of plum, cherry, dark chocolate and sweet spices, especially after a \u003cstrong\u003eone-hour decanting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the \u003cstrong\u003eTenuta di Poggio Casciano\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the heart of the Tuscan landscape. Ruffino has selected this area for its unique microclimate and highly distinctive soils. The vines grow between 290 and 450 metres above sea level on \u003cstrong\u003esoils rich in clay and limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a small fraction of silt. This geology ensures optimal ripening of the grapes, resulting in a \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances the international varieties and highlights the authentic connection with the land.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with fermentation and \u003cstrong\u003etemperature-controlled maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e in steel, with punch-downs and délestage to manage the correct aromatic extraction. The wine then undergoes malolactic fermentation enriched by periodic bâtonnage. This is followed by a significant \u003cstrong\u003etwenty-four month maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e in new \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, essential for defining the depth of flavour and integrating the tannins. The production cycle is completed with a final four-month rest to stabilise and perfect the overall balance of the sensory profile.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Alauda began in the early 2000s, when Ruffino's agronomists identified a unique microclimate and soil at the Poggio Casciano Estate. Produced exclusively in \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional vintages\u003c\/strong\u003e such as 2022, this prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eorganic Toscana IGT\u003c\/strong\u003e blends international grape varieties with the traditional Colorino to elegantly interpret the local terroir. Patient ageing in French barriques transforms each bottle into a true \u003cstrong\u003ecollector's rarity\u003c\/strong\u003e, celebrating the identity of the cru through a rich, structured sip with enveloping tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ruffino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46326944923819,"sku":"60786","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/ruffino-alauda-2022_60786_1_cce58b63-6372-478a-a045-6e7c53d9e233.webp?v=1774455345","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-nl\/products\/ruffino-alauda-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}