{"product_id":"pietradolce-etna-rosso-barbagalli-2018","title":"Pietradolce Etna Rosso Barbagalli 2018","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePietradolce Etna Rosso Barbagalli\u003c\/strong\u003e is a still red wine that embodies the authentic essence of \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e. Produced by Pietradolce in the Etna area, it stands out for its structured and elegant profile. To the eye, it reveals a vibrant garnet colour, a prelude to a complex bouquet of small red fruits, floral notes and spices. On the palate, the \u003cstrong\u003epronounced volcanic minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e blends with precise acidity, offering a smooth texture supported by fine tannins. The finish is long and persistent, with clear hints of tobacco and smoky nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates on the northern slope of the volcano, in Solicchiata, from the historic Barbagalli vineyard located in Contrada Rampante. The vines, cultivated using the traditional \u003cstrong\u003ealberello system\u003c\/strong\u003e, are situated at nine hundred metres above sea level. These are precious \u003cstrong\u003eungrafted vines\u003c\/strong\u003e that are approaching a century in age. The sandy soil, rich in stones and volcanic rocks, combined with manual management of the rows, gives the wine a distinctive tension, enhancing that \u003cstrong\u003eevident minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e that accompanies the fruit throughout the tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter manual harvesting in mid-October, the grapes ferment in cement vats with a \u003cstrong\u003eskin maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e of eighteen to twenty-one days. Following gentle pressing and natural malolactic fermentation, the wine matures for twenty months in \u003cstrong\u003efine-grained, lightly toasted French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserving the integrity of the grape variety. The perfect balance between freshness and structure makes it ideal for accompanying \u003cstrong\u003epork-based dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, succulent meats and mature cheeses with intense flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn on the northern slope of Etna, in Contrada Rampante, this volcanic masterpiece embodies the essence of the region. It comes to life from rare \u003cstrong\u003eungrafted vines\u003c\/strong\u003e almost a century old, precious historical witnesses preserved by Pietradolce. The elegance of the vintage has won over international critics, triumphing with the \u003cstrong\u003eTre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e and an exceptional \u003cstrong\u003e97 points from Doctor Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. An oenological gem that transforms a timeless tradition into an experience of pure prestige.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pietradolce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44541743530155,"sku":"43334","price":216.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/pietradolce-etna-rosso-barbagalli-2018_43334_1_139310ad-093b-4c03-aa89-126567e29bee.webp?v=1773699371","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/pietradolce-etna-rosso-barbagalli-2018","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}