{"product_id":"vallepicciola-pievasciata-rosso-2021","title":"Vallepicciola Pievasciata Rosso 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePievasciata Rosso di Vallepicciola is a \u003cstrong\u003estill red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that expresses the authentic character of Tuscany. This \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e combines Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese in a rich and harmonious sensory profile. To the eye, it displays an intense ruby red colour, enhanced by vibrant violet highlights. The bouquet offers notes of blackberry and blackcurrant, interwoven with balsamic fragrances, \u003cstrong\u003espicy notes\u003c\/strong\u003e, cedar and tobacco. On the palate, it reveals an enveloping structure, ideal to accompany red meats, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from vineyards located in Pievasciata, in the heart of the Castelnuovo Berardenga area. Here, Vallepicciola cultivates the vines at altitudes between 250 and 400 metres, adopting a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003esustainable approach\u003c\/strong\u003e. The soil, characterised by limestone and clay with marl, \u003cstrong\u003egalestro and alberese\u003c\/strong\u003e, gives the sip a solid gustatory texture and a distinct territorial imprint. Careful agronomic management using the spur-pruned cordon and Guyot methods encourages the development of concentrated fruit, capable of reflecting the identity of \u003cstrong\u003eTuscany\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grape harvest takes place during the third decade of September. Vinification begins with alcoholic fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for a period of ten to fifteen days, ensuring careful aromatic extraction. Subsequently, the wine completes \u003cstrong\u003emalolactic fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The maturation process continues in wood for about eight to ten months, then concludes with a \u003cstrong\u003efinal refinement\u003c\/strong\u003e of four to six months, which fully defines its structure and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the vineyards of Castelnuovo Berardenga, \u003cstrong\u003ePievasciata Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e by Vallepicciola celebrates Tuscan heritage and the vision of the Bolfo family, who succeeded in reviving an ancient convent. Since 1996, the estate has expanded to reach 107 hectares cultivated sustainably, achieving \u003cstrong\u003eVIVA certification\u003c\/strong\u003e. Under the expert guidance of Alessandro Cellai and Erasmo Mazzone, the late September harvest is transformed into a \u003cstrong\u003erich expression\u003c\/strong\u003e of the region, able to encapsulate in every bottle the authentic soul and historical memory of this fascinating place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vallepicciola","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44515469459627,"sku":"51275","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/vallepicciola-pievasciata-rosso-2021_51275_1_eacb0847-f020-4df5-b822-5d91d8c4fb13.webp?v=1773732119","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/vallepicciola-pievasciata-rosso-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}