{"product_id":"le-mortelle-maremma-toscana-cabernet-botrosecco-2023","title":"Le Mortelle Maremma Toscana Cabernet Botrosecco 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLe Mortelle Botrosecco\u003c\/strong\u003e is an enveloping red wine born from a refined \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/strong\u003e and Cabernet Franc grapes. It appears an intense ruby red in the glass, revealing aromas of wild berries, wild mint and eucalyptus. On the palate, it is savoury and harmonious, supported by velvety tannins and a persistent finish with pleasant hints of fresh fruit and cocoa. Its bold structure makes it perfect for pairing with \u003cstrong\u003emeat dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e, game and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe estate is located in the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, just a few kilometres from Castiglione della Pescaia, under the guidance of Antinori. The vines grow on \u003cstrong\u003esandy and silty soils\u003c\/strong\u003e of siliceous-clayey nature, pedological characteristics that give the wine a well-defined identity and a soft texture. Production takes place in a \u003cstrong\u003epartially underground cellar\u003c\/strong\u003e, built with natural materials to limit environmental impact. The entire architecture exploits the \u003cstrong\u003ethermal regulation of the surrounding rocks\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring optimal climatic conditions for the wine’s development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, the bunches are carefully destemmed and gently crushed. The process follows a \u003cstrong\u003egravity-flow vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e, moving the must exclusively by gravity to the underground levels. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature to preserve the varietal aromas, followed by about fifteen days of maceration to extract the tannins. Once malolactic fermentation is complete, the wine spends twelve months \u003cstrong\u003eageing in barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, before \u003cstrong\u003ematuring in the bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e to perfect its balance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn on the Le Mortelle estate of the Marchesi Antinori, in the heart of the Maremma, this wine celebrates the excellence of the region. The winery, partially underground and built with natural materials, utilises the thermal regulation of the rocks in harmony with the environment. A delicate \u003cstrong\u003egravity-fed vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e process preserves the integrity of the Cabernet grapes, gently transferring them into the tanks below. Here, in the silence of the underground barrel cellar, the long \u003cstrong\u003ematuration in barrique\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place, essential for imparting enveloping aromas and \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e of unmistakable elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Le Mortelle (Antinori)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45166987378859,"sku":"56837","price":218.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/le-mortelle-cabernet-botrosecco-2023_56837_1_4f81fe2e-a79a-4e54-b1db-022a592c04af.webp?v=1773768382","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/le-mortelle-maremma-toscana-cabernet-botrosecco-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}