{"product_id":"paolo-conterno-langhe-nebbiolo-bric-ginestra-2022","title":"Paolo Conterno Langhe Nebbiolo Bric Ginestra 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Langhe Nebbiolo Bric Ginestra by Paolo Conterno, made from Nebbiolo grapes, displays a bright ruby red colour. The aromatic profile offers enveloping scents of violet, blackcurrant, morello cherry and mint. On the palate, it is refined and dry, characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003eyouthful and elegant body\u003c\/strong\u003e enriched with notes of ripe fruit. The sip stands out for being smooth and well-balanced, making this wine ideal for accompanying meat stews, \u003cstrong\u003egame\u003c\/strong\u003e and medium-aged cheeses. To fully appreciate its structural texture, it is recommended to decant for one hour and serve at a temperature between sixteen and eighteen degrees, thus ensuring a \u003cstrong\u003eperfectly balanced tasting experience\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Piedmontese red originates in the prestigious Langhe area, from \u003cstrong\u003esouth-east facing vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e situated at an altitude between three hundred and three hundred and fifty metres above sea level. The vines thrive on \u003cstrong\u003emainly clay and limestone soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, with optimal water retention. The plants are trained using the Guyot system with a density of four thousand vines per hectare. Harvesting is carried out strictly by hand during the first ten days of October, ensuring that only intact grapes reach the cellar to preserve the \u003cstrong\u003eexpressive purity\u003c\/strong\u003e typical of Nebbiolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with the immediate crushing and destemming of the freshly picked bunches. This is followed by \u003cstrong\u003emaceration in vats\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to allow a gentle extraction of the noble components present in the skins. After about ten to twelve days, the wine is drawn off, allowing fermentation to finish without further tannic input to promote maximum palate clarity. Ageing preserves the freshness and concludes at the end of the second winter. The wine boasts a marked \u003cstrong\u003ecapacity for evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring an \u003cstrong\u003eestimated longevity\u003c\/strong\u003e of 10-15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLanghe Nebbiolo Bric Ginestra 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e by Paolo Conterno celebrates the excellence of the Piedmontese terroir thanks to grapes that are strictly hand-picked. This label, awarded 91 points by \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, stands out for its delicate maceration which enhances its freshness and elegance. Bottled at the end of the second winter after the harvest, the wine expresses a youthful character but is capable of evolving masterfully, ensuring a \u003cstrong\u003elongevity of 10-15 years\u003c\/strong\u003e. A prestigious creation that delivers in the glass all the vibrant purity of the original grape variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Conterno Paolo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46110605279403,"sku":"60035","price":25.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/paolo-conterno-langhe-nebbiolo-bric-ginestra-2022_60035_1_1f30cf43-7ee9-46d8-8ce7-2b614c70c8f7.webp?v=1773807352","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/paolo-conterno-langhe-nebbiolo-bric-ginestra-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}