{"product_id":"grattamacco-bolgheri-rosso-superiore-2023","title":"Grattamacco Bolgheri Rosso Superiore 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrattamacco Bolgheri Rosso Superiore is a still red wine that expresses the authentic soul of its territory through meticulous agricultural management. Born from a harmonious \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e, it presents a dry, full and austere profile. On the nose, it offers intense aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and dark cherry, intertwined with balsamic notes, Mediterranean scrub herbs and light hints of graphite. On the palate, it is supported by vibrant acidity and \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. The complex structure culminates in a long, mineral finish, enhanced by delicate notes of tobacco, confirming its marked propensity for \u003cstrong\u003elong ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis label originates along the Tuscan coast, in the prestigious Bolgheri area. The vineyards of the Grattamacco estate stretch across hills tempered by the mild Mediterranean climate. The soil, characterised by a rich matrix of \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous sandstone and clay\u003c\/strong\u003e, is fundamental in giving the wine high aromatic intensity and firm acidic backbone. The historic choice to combine Sangiovese with international varieties creates a strong link with the land, outlining a distinctive and unmistakable identity that fully enhances the natural potential of the \u003cstrong\u003eBolgheri terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with the rigorous manual harvesting of the best bunches. Vinification involves spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in small open wooden vats, combined with \u003cstrong\u003eprolonged maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e on the skins for optimal extraction. Malolactic fermentation and maturation take place in \u003cstrong\u003efirst and second passage barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for eighteen months. This skilful use of wood imparts elegant toasted and spicy nuances without overpowering the freshness of the fruit. The process concludes with \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e for twelve months, ensuring perfect structural harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1977, the Grattamacco estate is a pioneering reality boasting over forty years of \u003cstrong\u003eorganic and biodynamic viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e. This elegant wine is born from hillside vineyards tempered by the Mediterranean climate, on soils rich in calcareous sandstone and clay. It stands out among the rare excellences that choose to enhance Sangiovese in the blend, giving a distinctive identity to its \u003cstrong\u003eBolgheri Superiore DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e. The meticulous manual harvest and the long \u003cstrong\u003eageing in barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e give rise to a prestigious 2022 vintage, awarded multiple times by Italian guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Grattamacco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47971212460203,"sku":"62724","price":700.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/grattamacco-bolgheri-rosso-superiore-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}