{"product_id":"tua-rita-merlot-redigaffi-2024","title":"Tua Rita Merlot Redigaffi 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRedigaffi is a Tuscan red that precisely expresses the character of \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot\u003c\/strong\u003e. Created by Tua Rita, it reveals a bouquet dominated by \u003cstrong\u003edark forest fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e, oriental spices and hints of cocoa beans. On the palate, it offers a structured and persistent sip, supported by an elegant \u003cstrong\u003etannic texture\u003c\/strong\u003e with nuances of tobacco and liquorice. It pairs ideally with game, red meats and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red originates from \u003cstrong\u003eSuvereto\u003c\/strong\u003e, an area of excellence on the Tuscan coast. The vines grow at around one hundred metres above sea level, trained using the spur-pruned cordon method with high planting density to encourage maximum concentration of the bunches. The secret of its profile lies in the \u003cstrong\u003eclay soils\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in stones, iron and zinc: a \u003cstrong\u003emineral terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e that defines the decisive structural identity of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with a careful \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e to select the best bunches directly in the vineyard. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in \u003cstrong\u003etruncated conical vats\u003c\/strong\u003e for about a month, ensuring excellent aromatic extraction. Maturation continues in \u003cstrong\u003efirst-passage French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e with medium toasting for a year and a half, before a final period of rest in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1994 in Suvereto from the vision of Rita and Virgilio, \u003cstrong\u003eMerlot Redigaffi\u003c\/strong\u003e takes its name from the stream that flows near the historic Tuscan estate. The decision to vinify \u003cstrong\u003epure Merlot\u003c\/strong\u003e and age it in barriques gave rise to a true cult wine, renowned for being the first Italian wine to achieve a 100\/100 score from Robert Parker. Exported to 55 countries and winner of numerous awards, it boasts 98 points from James Suckling for the extraordinary 2023 vintage. An oenological masterpiece that guarantees exceptional \u003cstrong\u003elongevity of up to 25 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tua Rita","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47779250012331,"sku":"62593","price":340.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/tua-rita-merlot-redigaffi-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}