{"product_id":"damijan-podversic-rosso-prelit-2021","title":"Damijan Podversic Rosso Prelit 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRosso Prelit\u003c\/strong\u003e by Damijan Podversic is a still red wine from Collio, the result of a refined blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. In the glass, it displays a deep ruby hue, heralding a complex bouquet of sour cherry jam, blueberries and bramble blackberries, enhanced by balsamic notes of eucalyptus, black liquorice, pepper, cumin and humus. On the palate, it offers a \u003cstrong\u003esavoury and fresh sip\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by a pleasant softness and \u003cstrong\u003ewell-integrated tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e that lead to a harmonious finish consistent with the aromatic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from Monte Calvario, in the heart of Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The vineyards, facing south at an altitude between one hundred and ten and one hundred and forty metres, allow for ideal ripening. The vines sink their roots into \u003cstrong\u003eponca and opoka soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, composed of marl and sandstone, which give the wine a distinctive mineral texture and marked freshness. The agronomic management involves a \u003cstrong\u003elow yield per hectare\u003c\/strong\u003e to favour structural balance and a high \u003cstrong\u003earomatic concentration\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a faithful and authentic expression of the territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vinification of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon begins with a \u003cstrong\u003eforty-day fermentation on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e in truncated conical oak vats, ensuring balanced and deep extraction. Afterwards, the wine matures for three years in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, consolidating the tannic structure and smoothing out any roughness without compromising the integrity of the fruit. The process concludes with \u003cstrong\u003eone year of bottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e, an essential step to harmonise every component and give the wine its characteristic smoothness on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Prelit means “poured” and encapsulates the passion of \u003cstrong\u003eDamijan Podversic\u003c\/strong\u003e, a winemaker devoted to Collio since 1988. This masterful blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon is born from the prized ponca and opoka soils of Monte Calvario, benefiting from an ideal southern exposure. A wine that expresses an authentic connection with Friuli-Venezia Giulia, resulting in a red of rare excellence that has received prestigious accolades, such as \u003cstrong\u003e93 points from Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e. Savour the fruit of meticulous work, capable of bringing out the extraordinary vocation of the \u003cstrong\u003eCollio DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Podversic Damijan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46047736987819,"sku":"59700","price":44.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/damijan-podversic-rosso-prelit-2021_59700_1_a19ad7e6-57b7-4903-b391-ad5842454415.webp?v=1773800953","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-be\/products\/damijan-podversic-rosso-prelit-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}