{"product_id":"belisario-verdicchio-di-matelica-meridia-2023","title":"Belisario Verdicchio di Matelica Meridia 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerdicchio di Matelica Meridia by Belisario is a still white wine that expresses the characteristics of the Verdicchio Bianco grape variety with remarkable precision. To the eye, it displays a golden colour enriched with subtle greenish highlights. The aromatic profile reveals ripe notes of yellow peach, accompanied by scents of broom, wild fennel and dry hay, all supported by a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous mineral imprint\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, the balance between freshness and softness outlines a well-defined \u003cstrong\u003esavoury structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, guiding the sip towards a \u003cstrong\u003elong and consistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e in line with the olfactory sensations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Verdicchio di Matelica originates in Alta Vallesina, from vineyards located in the Marche region. The vines thrive at around 360 metres above sea level with optimal southern exposure, which encourages perfect ripening of the grapes. The \u003cstrong\u003eloose soils\u003c\/strong\u003e are characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003edeep calcareous component\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fundamental geological element that imparts the wine with its distinctive gustatory tension. The agronomic management employs \u003cstrong\u003edouble cordon and Guyot training systems\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring balanced yields to enhance the territorial character sought by Belisario at every stage of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with a carefully timed harvest, closely monitoring the ripening curves to pick the grapes at their peak balance. The must undergoes \u003cstrong\u003estatic cold settling\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a slow fermentation at controlled temperature for about thirty days. Maturation continues entirely in \u003cstrong\u003eglass-lined cement vats\u003c\/strong\u003e for fifteen months. This prolonged ageing takes place without any racking, a crucial technical choice to preserve \u003cstrong\u003earomatic purity\u003c\/strong\u003e and provide greater tactile consistency, allowing the varietal profile to emerge with exceptional clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMeridia Verdicchio di Matelica DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases the excellence of the Marche region through the vision of Cantine Belisario, a historic winery founded in 1971. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 360 metres in the Alta Vallesina, facing south on \u003cstrong\u003edeeply calcareous soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Following a harvest planned according to optimal ripening curves, a meticulous \u003cstrong\u003e15-month ageing in vitrified cement\u003c\/strong\u003e without racking preserves the authenticity of the grape variety, offering an enveloping sip characterised by pronounced savouriness and persistent mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Belisario","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45664518275243,"sku":"58335","price":15.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/belisario-verdicchio-di-matelica-meridia-2023_58335_1_bc3f2261-b126-49b5-ba2a-05f1b9a30aea.webp?v=1773782123","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/belisario-verdicchio-di-matelica-meridia-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}