{"product_id":"les-cretes-mon-rouge-2024","title":"Les Cretes Mon Rouge 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMon Rouge by Les Crêtes is a still red wine that expresses the soul of the Aosta Valley through a carefully crafted blend. This combination brings together Cornalin, Fumin, Vuillermin, Gamay and Petit Rouge to define an organoleptic profile of great appeal. In the glass, it displays a \u003cstrong\u003eruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e hue, revealing a fresh bouquet characterised by distinct \u003cstrong\u003efruity and floral notes\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003esoft and delicate\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a smooth and easy-drinking character that finds the right balance in a subtle freshness on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the heart of \u003cstrong\u003eheroic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e, grown at altitudes between 500 and 600 metres. The vineyards stretch across various exposures between Aymavilles, Saint-Pierre, Gressan, Saint-Christophe and Aosta. In these Alpine areas, the vines are trained using the Guyot system on \u003cstrong\u003emoraine soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, loose and sandy, which enhances the aromatic elegance. The \u003cstrong\u003esustainable\u003c\/strong\u003e approach adopted allows for fruit that faithfully reflects the nuances of the mountain environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter manual harvesting, vinification involves fermentation for about a week in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature, with daily pump-overs for gentle extraction. The wine then matures for six months in the same container, preserving its natural fragrance. Ideally served at 14-16 °C, it is recommended to open it about an hour before consumption. Its versatility makes it perfect paired with \u003cstrong\u003ewhite and red meats\u003c\/strong\u003e, vegetarian dishes, cured meats and \u003cstrong\u003emature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeir to a winemaking tradition dating back to 1750, the Les Crêtes winery celebrates the essence of \u003cstrong\u003eheroic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e with the Mon Rouge 2024. This fine red is produced from grapes hand-picked in mid-October, grown in the picturesque vineyards of the \u003cstrong\u003eValle d’Aosta DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e following a strictly \u003cstrong\u003eorganic and sustainable\u003c\/strong\u003e approach. Under the expert guidance of oenologists Raffaele Crotta and Eleonora Charrère, innovation blends with respect for the land, offering a sensory experience that encapsulates the entire Alpine spirit and the passion of a historic family-run winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45264905339051,"sku":"57284","price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/les-cretes-mon-rouge-2024_57284_1_b33c846e-4c7b-4e96-b374-533932e84187.webp?v=1773771999","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/les-cretes-mon-rouge-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}