{"product_id":"les-cretes-valle-daosta-rose-2025","title":"Les Cretes Valle d'Aosta Rosè 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eValle d’Aosta Rosé by Les Cretes is a still wine with Denomination of Controlled Origin, created from a careful blend of Petit Rouge and Pinot Noir grapes, offering a fresh interpretation of varieties historically vinified as reds. On the nose, distinct floral and fruity notes of strawberry, currant and white melon emerge. The palate is marked by a \u003cstrong\u003evibrant freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e, accompanied by subtle hints of white peach and quince. Ageing on the lees imparts greater aromatic definition, leading the tasting towards a \u003cstrong\u003esavoury finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine originates from the Aosta Valley, an alpine region home to some of the highest vineyards in Europe. The grapes grow in the renowned plots of Aymavilles, situated at around seven hundred metres above sea level. The \u003cstrong\u003eloose, morainic soils\u003c\/strong\u003e and sandy terrain, located on well-exposed slopes, are essential in giving the wine its intrinsic savouriness. The harsh \u003cstrong\u003ealpine climate\u003c\/strong\u003e, characterised by windy summers and cold winters, ensures valuable temperature variations. The constant mountain breezes also promote the \u003cstrong\u003eperfect health of the grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, naturally limiting the risk of disease and preserving the aromatic integrity of the bunches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe manual harvest takes place at the end of September from vines trained using the Guyot system. The process begins with the pressing of whole, chilled bunches and a \u003cstrong\u003ebrief skin maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e of three hours, designed to extract the delicate pale antique pink colour. This is followed by a twelve-day fermentation in stainless steel at low temperatures to preserve the aromatic profile and natural freshness. The wine then undergoes \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e for two months, a crucial step to enhance palate volume and ensure a harmonious progression and a \u003cstrong\u003elong, clean finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result of the centuries-old dedication of the Charrère family, this wine represents a refined and original interpretation of the terroir of the Aosta Valley. The historic vineyards of \u003cstrong\u003ePetit Rouge and Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e, traditionally dedicated to the production of the renowned Torrette, give rise to a rosé of extraordinary elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47088856891563,"sku":"61674","price":166.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/les-cretes-valle-d-aosta-rose-2025_61674_1_8770c56c-78e3-4878-9c55-7a1460b0ecd0.webp?v=1779898829","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/les-cretes-valle-daosta-rose-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}