{"product_id":"alta-mora-etna-rosso-2023","title":"Alta Mora Etna Rosso 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlta Mora Etna Rosso is a still red wine that embodies the authenticity of \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e grown on the slopes of the volcano. To the eye, it displays a ruby red colour with violet highlights, heralding a bouquet of blackberry, currant and blueberry, enhanced by spicy notes and a distinct \u003cstrong\u003emineral imprint\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is dry and slender, with vibrant freshness. The tannic texture is silky and enveloping, leading to a \u003cstrong\u003epersistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it an ideal companion for grilled meats, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in Sicily, on the northern side of Mount Etna, specifically in the area of Castiglione di Sicilia. The vineyards are rooted in \u003cstrong\u003evolcanic soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, situated at an altitude between six hundred and eight hundred metres. The age of the vines, cultivated using both the espalier and traditional \u003cstrong\u003ealberello\u003c\/strong\u003e methods, encourages a natural balance of yields. The unique pedoclimatic conditions of this mountainous area give the sip a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003egustatory tension\u003c\/strong\u003e, which precisely expresses the character of the volcanic terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction overseen by Alta Mora begins with a \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e carried out around mid-October. Once in the winery, the grapes are destemmed and gently pressed, followed by a temperature-controlled maceration for about twelve days. Both alcoholic and malolactic fermentation take place in stainless steel tanks to preserve the aromatic purity. The process concludes with a period of \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e and further ageing in the bottle, essential steps in defining the wine’s \u003cstrong\u003ecomplex and elegant structure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlta Mora Etna Rosso DOC 2023 encapsulates the essence of the volcano, born from \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes grown on high-altitude volcanic soils. Produced by the Cusumano winery with meticulous manual harvesting and ageing in oak barrels, it expresses intense aromas of blackberry and blueberry, enriched by intriguing mineral notes. On the palate it is velvety, with a pleasant freshness and a \u003cstrong\u003epersistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e that delights the senses. Celebrated by international critics and boasting \u003cstrong\u003ecertified sustainability\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Sicilian wine offers an elegant and authentic experience, ideal for enhancing every flavour at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Alta Mora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46135078355115,"sku":"60152","price":259.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/alta-mora-cusumano-etna-rosso-2023_60152_1_938f6455-2a32-4058-8840-125624330142.webp?v=1773810700","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/alta-mora-etna-rosso-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}