{"product_id":"villa-raiano-taurasi-2019","title":"Villa Raiano Taurasi 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVilla Raiano Taurasi is a still red wine from Campania, made from Aglianico grapes. Its aromatic profile reveals notes of ripe plums, black pepper and humus, enriched by smoky nuances and dried red flower petals. On the palate, it displays a \u003cstrong\u003evigorous structure\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by a dense and silky tannic texture that gives body without excessive astringency. A pronounced savouriness accompanies the \u003cstrong\u003elong and persistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating impeccable balance. These qualities make it an ideal partner for \u003cstrong\u003emeat dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e and mature cheeses with intense flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine is produced in Campania, in the heart of the Taurasi area, in the province of Avellino. The Aglianico grapes come from the vineyards of Castelfranci, located at an \u003cstrong\u003ealtitude of 550 metres\u003c\/strong\u003e above sea level. The vines are trained on a vertical trellis and pruned using the Guyot method to maintain high quality yields. The \u003cstrong\u003eclay and limestone terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e, characterised by yellow marl and rich in organic matter, profoundly shapes the wine’s sensory identity. This soil and climate environment encourages \u003cstrong\u003edepth of flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e and innate elegance, enhancing the complexity of the aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvesting, strictly by hand, takes place at the beginning of November to ensure the grapes are perfectly ripe. \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e occurs at controlled temperatures, with regular pumping over and punching down. Maceration on the skins lasts between ten and twenty days, ensuring optimal phenolic extraction. This is followed by a meticulous maturation process, including \u003cstrong\u003eageing in oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for twelve months and a further year in stainless steel. The process concludes with a \u003cstrong\u003efinal rest\u003c\/strong\u003e of another twelve months, essential for harmonising the wine’s entire structure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1996, \u003cstrong\u003eVilla Raiano\u003c\/strong\u003e boasts a winery perfectly integrated among the vineyards and chestnut woods of San Michele di Serino. From this modern estate comes a \u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e often celebrated as a true flagship label of the denomination. Under the guidance of oenologist Sebastiano Fortunato, the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003e2019 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e represents absolute Campanian excellence, widely confirmed by critics. The value of this extraordinary red is attested by major international accolades, including an excellent 93 points from James Suckling and 91 from Vinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Villa Raiano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44905445818539,"sku":"55441","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/villa-raiano-taurasi-2019_55441_1_156fc71a-918e-4436-a11e-1986ae7507b9.webp?v=1773760261","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-dk\/products\/villa-raiano-taurasi-2019","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}