{"product_id":"castelgiocondo-lamaione-2022","title":"Castelgiocondo Lamaione 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLamaione is a full-bodied red wine by Frescobaldi, made from Merlot grapes. In the glass, it displays a rich texture, revealing a \u003cstrong\u003esmooth and rounded profile\u003c\/strong\u003e that pleasantly envelops the palate. The aromatic bouquet opens with intense notes of ripe red and black berries, enhanced by elegant hints of vanilla, cocoa, dark chocolate and tobacco. On the palate, it reveals \u003cstrong\u003edense and silky tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, perfectly balanced with a vibrant freshness that brings dynamism to the tasting, leading to a \u003cstrong\u003elong and persistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e with spicy undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis excellence originates in Tuscany, in the heart of Montalcino, within the prestigious vineyards of Tenuta Castelgiocondo. The vines sink their roots into \u003cstrong\u003emarine clay soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, a unique feature of the area that gives the wine its unmistakable structural character. The vineyards, situated at around three hundred metres above sea level with an optimal \u003cstrong\u003esouth-west exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e, enjoy ideal conditions to ensure a \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete and harmonious ripening\u003c\/strong\u003e of the fruit. The estate boasts a history dating back to the fourteenth century, bearing witness to the centuries-old winemaking tradition of these lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe creation of Lamaione begins with a meticulous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a careful selection of the grapes in the cellar. The process continues with fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature, an essential step to preserve the purity of the primary aromas. Subsequently, the wine matures for a long period in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, completing its evolution with further ageing in glass. The result is a glass with an \u003cstrong\u003eintense ruby colour\u003c\/strong\u003e enriched by deep and brilliant purple hues.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCastelgiocondo Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e of the Frescobaldi family is located in Montalcino, in a medieval village dating back to 1300. In the 1970s, a bold challenge led to the planting of the first Merlot vines on unusual marine clays. From this intuition, in 1991, \u003cstrong\u003eLamaione\u003c\/strong\u003e was born, a proud “lone knight” of this land. The 2021 vintage enhances a centuries-old legacy with prestigious accolades: the 5 Grappoli from Bibenda and the excellent scores of 94\/100 from \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e and 92\/100 from Vinous confirm the absolute prestige of a label capable of stirring emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Castelgiocondo - Frescobaldi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47531520983211,"sku":"62329","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-se\/products\/castelgiocondo-lamaione-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}