{"product_id":"col-dorcia-toscana-nearco-2022","title":"Col D'Orcia Toscana Nearco 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Toscana Nearco by Col d’Orcia is a still organic red wine, made from a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e including Merlot, Syrah and Petit Verdot. The twenty-four months of ageing in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the wine an intense ruby colour and a rich aromatic profile, characterised by notes of blackberry, spices, vanilla and balsamic nuances. On the palate, it stands out for its \u003cstrong\u003eenveloping tannic texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, balanced by a solid acidity that leads to an elegant finish, ideal for pairing with mature cheeses and game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction takes place in Sant’Angelo in Colle, in the Montalcino area. The vineyards are located at around 350 metres above sea level and benefit from an ideal \u003cstrong\u003esouth and south-west exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e. The character of the Toscana originates from \u003cstrong\u003emedium-textured soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich in calcareous pebbles that provide precision on the palate. The result of the work of a \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric winery\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine faithfully expresses the geological identity of the Sienese terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature-controlled maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e is carried out for twelve to fourteen days in steel vats. This is followed by malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks and the first transfer to wood. During the winter, the separate resting of the various grape varieties ensures \u003cstrong\u003enatural stabilisation\u003c\/strong\u003e in barrel. The final blending takes place at the end of the ageing process and is followed by a final resting period, essential to achieve perfect \u003cstrong\u003estructural balance\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in Montalcino at an altitude of 350 metres, Nearco di Col d’Orcia is a prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eorganic red Toscana IGT\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made by a historic winery founded in 1933, the 2021 vintage expresses the soul of soils characterised by calcareous pebbles. Its uniqueness lies in a bespoke process: the individual varieties mature separately through a \u003cstrong\u003e24-month ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e in French oak barriques. The final blend results in a \u003cstrong\u003ecut of extreme precision\u003c\/strong\u003e, able to perfectly convey the enveloping identity of this marvellous Sienese territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Col d'Orcia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47411838812331,"sku":"62218","price":28.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/col-dorcia-toscana-nearco-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}