{"product_id":"col-dorcia-brunello-di-montalcino-2021","title":"Col D'Orcia Brunello di Montalcino 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrunello di Montalcino Col d’Orcia is a \u003cstrong\u003estill organic red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e from Tuscany with controlled and guaranteed designation of origin, an expression of the \u003cstrong\u003eSangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e grape variety, vinified in steel and aged in oak barrels. Its complex aromatic bouquet combines cherry, blackberry and Mediterranean scrub with elegant hints of liquorice and black pepper. On the palate, it reveals a \u003cstrong\u003efull and enveloping structure\u003c\/strong\u003e with mature tannins and balanced acidity, finishing with a savoury note that is ideal for pairing with game, grilled meats and long-aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in the Montalcino area, specifically in the Sant’Angelo in Colle region, on hills that slope down towards the Orcia river. The vineyards, situated at around three hundred metres above sea level, benefit from a \u003cstrong\u003efavourable southern exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring optimal sunlight. The \u003cstrong\u003eMediterranean climate\u003c\/strong\u003e supports the ripening of the fruit, giving the wine remarkable aromatic concentration. Col d’Orcia manages its land according to the principles of \u003cstrong\u003eorganic farming\u003c\/strong\u003e, protecting biodiversity and the integrity of the Tuscan landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with manual harvesting and a rigorous selection of the grape bunches. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks, with maceration on the skins for about twenty days. The use of \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e allows for a balanced extraction of colour and tannins. The overall ageing process lasts four years, mostly spent in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e from Slavonia and Allier. The process concludes with a further period of rest in temperature-controlled environments, necessary to achieve perfect \u003cstrong\u003eorganoleptic harmony\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a history dating back to the seventeenth century and active since 1933 among the Tuscan hills, the Col d’Orcia estate signs this oenological masterpiece. The \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances a \u003cstrong\u003epure Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e deeply rooted in the region and appreciated since Etruscan times. The winery honours Sienese tradition through strictly organic viticulture, creating a red wine of extraordinary elegance. This commitment to excellence is celebrated by prestigious \u003cstrong\u003einternational awards\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the exceptional 94 points awarded by Decanter and James Suckling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Col d'Orcia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46306343485611,"sku":"60752","price":34.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/col-d-orcia-brunello-di-montalcino-2021_60752_1_e202c36c-7612-48bf-9ca4-2c9024236646.webp?v=1774001257","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/col-dorcia-brunello-di-montalcino-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}