{"product_id":"marcarini-barolo-brunate-2019","title":"Marcarini Barolo Brunate 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarcarini Barolo Brunate\u003c\/strong\u003e is a red wine from Piedmont, produced from \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes. A true expression of \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine stands out for its garnet red colour with delicate ruby highlights. On the nose, it reveals a \u003cstrong\u003ebroad and persistent bouquet\u003c\/strong\u003e, where notes of vanilla, sweet spices, tobacco, mountain hay and undergrowth blend together. On the palate, it displays a \u003cstrong\u003enoble and velvety character\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by a warming sensation and a \u003cstrong\u003elong aromatic persistence\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhances its complex flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the historic \u003cstrong\u003eBrunate cru\u003c\/strong\u003e, located between the municipalities of La Morra and \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo\u003c\/strong\u003e. The vines grow at an altitude of around three hundred metres, benefiting from optimal \u003cstrong\u003esouth and south-west exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e that ensures full ripening of the grapes. The soil, of \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous and clayey\u003c\/strong\u003e origin, has a significant concentration of magnesium, a key element in giving \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e a solid and defined structure. The vineyards are trained using the espalier system with Guyot pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction by \u003cstrong\u003eMarcarini\u003c\/strong\u003e begins with a meticulous selection of the grapes at harvest. Vinification involves temperature-controlled fermentations and \u003cstrong\u003emaceration in contact with the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e for about four weeks. After malolactic fermentation, the wine undergoes a period of \u003cstrong\u003eageing in oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for at least two years. The entire process concludes with \u003cstrong\u003elimited technological intervention\u003c\/strong\u003e during bottling, in order to preserve the wine’s integrity and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Brunate\u003c\/strong\u003e by Marcarini represents one of the highest expressions of \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e, originating from a historic cru celebrated since the 1300s. Situated between La Morra and Barolo, these exceptional vineyards give rise to a wine that embodies the most authentic \u003cstrong\u003ePiedmontese tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e. As early as 1958, the family proudly displayed this prestigious mention on the label, bearing witness to a deep connection with the land. Today, the winery continues this centuries-old vocation, offering enthusiasts a glass with a noble and commanding character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marcarini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072215335083,"sku":"61652","price":69.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/marcarini-barolo-brunate-2019_61652_1_7870ef26-1094-47f3-a426-aa73d7abf30a.webp?v=1779466966","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/marcarini-barolo-brunate-2019","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}