{"product_id":"collina-dei-ciliegi-valpolicella-formiga-2022","title":"Collina dei Ciliegi Valpolicella Formiga 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFormiga Valpolicella Superiore from La Collina dei Ciliegi is a still red wine from Veneto, made from a blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes. It appears in the glass with an intense, deep ruby red colour. On the nose, it reveals a clear aromatic profile, characterised by distinct \u003cstrong\u003efresh red fruit aromas\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as wild strawberries, currants and cherries, enriched by subtle hints of sweet spices. On the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003evelvety and harmonious\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a full and rounded structure perfectly balanced by a \u003cstrong\u003elively freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e that leads to a moderately persistent finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red is born on the hills of Grezzana, in the heart of the Veronese area renowned for Valpolicella production. The vineyards, trained using the Guyot system, grow on \u003cstrong\u003eclay and limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, a natural composition that gives structure and aromatic definition to the grapes. The agronomic management is carried out with great care by La Collina dei Ciliegi. The \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest at the end of September\u003c\/strong\u003e allows for a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003eselection of the ripest and best sun-exposed bunches\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring an intact and high-quality raw material for subsequent processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the winery, after destemming and gentle pressing, \u003cstrong\u003efermentation in steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place at a controlled temperature. Maceration is accompanied by délestage and daily pumping over to extract the noble components from the skins. Afterwards, the wine matures in \u003cstrong\u003elarge barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, completing its journey with a period of rest in the bottle. This process ensures a \u003cstrong\u003efresh and enjoyable sip\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of maintaining an excellent balance between the roundness of the structure and the acidic tension.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the passion of the Gianolli family, the \u003cstrong\u003eValpolicella Formiga 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the authentic Venetian winemaking tradition of La Collina dei Ciliegi. This elegant still red DOC, produced on the clay-limestone hills of Grezzana, is created from a skilful blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella grapes. Awarded \u003cstrong\u003e90 points by Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers a fresh, velvety and harmonious sip, enriched with notes of wild strawberries and sweet spices. The meticulous vinification and \u003cstrong\u003eageing in large barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e give this wine an enveloping and satisfying charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"La Collina dei Ciliegi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45726690377899,"sku":"58657","price":15.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/collina-dei-ciliegi-valpolicella-formiga-2022_58657_1_edeea135-914f-45e2-a21c-03225b054ab5.webp?v=1773786847","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/collina-dei-ciliegi-valpolicella-formiga-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}