{"product_id":"vietti-barolo-cerequio-2021","title":"Vietti Barolo Cerequio 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBarolo Cerequio by Vietti is a still red wine made from Nebbiolo grapes, a distinguished expression of the Barolo region. On the nose, it offers notes of ripe red fruits, delicate spices and hints of violet. On the palate, an \u003cstrong\u003eimposing yet extremely refined tannic structure\u003c\/strong\u003e emerges, supporting an enveloping sip dominated by clear hints of plum, cherry and strawberry. The tasting concludes with a long and persistent finish, enhanced by refreshing balsamic nuances and a delicate \u003cstrong\u003esavoury minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the \u003cstrong\u003eCerequio vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most prestigious crus in the Barolo commune. The old vines, managed with sustainable farming practices, benefit from a southern exposure at around three hundred and twenty metres above sea level. The roots delve into a calcareous-clay soil characterised by the presence of the \u003cstrong\u003emarls of Sant’Agata\u003c\/strong\u003e, a geological matrix essential for imparting the typical austere structure to the palate. These ideal soil and climate conditions ensure perfect ripening, resulting in a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003earomatic complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter manual harvesting and gentle pressing, fermentation takes place in steel vats in contact with the skins for three weeks. Phenolic extraction is optimised using the \u003cstrong\u003esubmerged cap method\u003c\/strong\u003e. Malolactic fermentation occurs directly in wood, initiating an ageing process of about thirty months in large \u003cstrong\u003eSlovenian oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by small amounts of French oak. True to its artisanal approach, this vegan wine is bottled \u003cstrong\u003ewithout filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving its natural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pioneer since 1873, the Vietti winery has crafted an oenological masterpiece in the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eCerequio cru\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most coveted historic sites in the region. This \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e from 2021 is born from old vines facing south at an altitude of 320 metres, rooted in the prized calcareous-clay marls of Sant’Agata. Carefully tended by winemaker Eugenio Palumbo, this expression of Nebbiolo has captivated global critics, earning \u003cstrong\u003e97 points from Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e and James Suckling, sealing the perfect harmony between sustainable viticulture and an exceptional vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vietti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44832910442667,"sku":"54751","price":196.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/vietti-barolo-cerequio-2021_54751_1_3d6b382d-28d2-49b2-aeb8-b0cbdb949981.webp?v=1773753035","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-nl\/products\/vietti-barolo-cerequio-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}