{"product_id":"livia-fontana-barolo-fontanin-2022","title":"Livia Fontana Barolo Fontanin 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Fontanin\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eLivia Fontana\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003estill red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e made entirely from Nebbiolo grapes, originating from the hills of Piedmont. This authentic expression boasts the prestigious Barolo designation, standing out for its robust body and long evolutionary potential. The aromatic profile offers notes of macerated violet, liquorice and nutmeg, while on the palate, elegant tannins support an imposing structure. Vinification in steel tanks is followed by long ageing in wooden barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Barolo originates from vineyards located in \u003cstrong\u003eCastiglione Falletto\u003c\/strong\u003e, a prime terroir in the heart of Piedmont. The vines grow at an altitude of between 300 and 350 metres above sea level, benefiting from a microclimate ideal for ripening Nebbiolo. The soil is characterised by \u003cstrong\u003eSant’Agata Fossili Marls\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched by a significant \u003cstrong\u003epresence of sand\u003c\/strong\u003e. This particular geological composition gives the wine extraordinary aromatic finesse, while the altitude ensures optimal ripening, fundamental for the development of deep taste persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins in mid-October with a \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by careful berry selection on a vibrating table and soft pressing. Fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature, accompanied by maceration for about twenty days, during which pump-overs and délestage are carried out. Subsequently, the wine undergoes slow maturation for 30-40 months in \u003cstrong\u003etraditional oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The process concludes with a further period of rest in the bottle within the underground cellar at controlled temperature and humidity, forging the wine's imposing structure and elegant texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLivia Fontana's Barolo Fontanin 2022 represents a historic excellence rooted in Castiglione Falletto. A fascinating peculiarity of this artisanal label lies in the traditional bottle with the \"\u003cstrong\u003eAlbeisa\u003c\/strong\u003e\" engraving on the neck, an unmistakable tribute to the classic Piedmontese style. The famous Luigi Veronelli described this masterpiece as an excellent, exhilarating and admirable wine. After a careful rest in the silence of an underground cellar, its prestige is celebrated by \u003cstrong\u003e94 James Suckling points\u003c\/strong\u003e and the prestigious \u003cstrong\u003e4 Vitae AIS Vines\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fontana Livia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47771593998507,"sku":"62568","price":405.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/livia-fontana-barolo-fontanin-2022_62568_1_820df799-2792-46d0-91a1-739ca2a248f5.webp?v=1792407285","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-hk\/products\/livia-fontana-barolo-fontanin-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}