{"product_id":"guado-al-melo-bolgheri-superiore-atis-2021","title":"Guado al Melo Bolgheri Superiore Atis 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAtis by Guado al Melo is a true expression of Bolgheri Superiore, a red wine that elegantly blends Cabernet Sauvignon, Rebo and Cabernet Franc varieties. The bouquet reveals intense notes of small black fruits and morello cherry, enriched by hints of liquorice, sweet tobacco, spices and menthol on a vanilla background. On the palate, it offers a full and enveloping body, well balanced by a pleasant freshness and \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sip is harmonious and long-lasting, making it ideal for accompanying and enhancing \u003cstrong\u003eflavourful dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in Castagneto Carducci, along the Tuscan coast, nestled on the slopes of the Segalari hills. The vineyards are set in a bright valley crossed by the Fossa di Bolgheri stream, enjoying a \u003cstrong\u003emild Mediterranean climate\u003c\/strong\u003e, dry and breezy. Constant sea breezes and significant summer temperature variations favour a slow and even ripening of the grapes. The roots delve into \u003cstrong\u003ealluvial soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, deep and well-drained. This complex sandy-clay matrix, rich in pebbles, limestone and volcanic rock, ensures excellent balance for the vines, resulting in pronounced \u003cstrong\u003earomatic complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification follows an artisanal approach, working each micro-parcel separately to enhance the authentic nuances of the terroir. The grapes, destemmed and gently crushed, ferment with a maceration of about two weeks, accompanied by regular manual pump-overs. Maturation takes place over approximately twenty-four months in \u003cstrong\u003eused barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the wine develops further while resting on fine lees with weekly bâtonnage. The process involves natural decanting through racking, preserving the integrity of an \u003cstrong\u003eunfiltered wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. After blending, the red wine refines in stainless steel before completing its journey with a long \u003cstrong\u003erest in the cellar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis prestigious \u003cstrong\u003eBolgheri Superiore Atis\u003c\/strong\u003e celebrates its ancient Etruscan roots by paying homage to the eponymous mythological king, grandson of Zeus. The elegant label depicts the evocative \u003cstrong\u003emarried vine\u003c\/strong\u003e, an ancient cultivation method that has over time become the perfect symbol of eternal love. The excellent 2021 vintage boasts prestigious accolades such as the \u003cstrong\u003e3 Red Glasses Gambero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e, the 3 Gold Stars Veronelli and the 4 Vines from the Vitae AIS guide. To enhance the most special occasions, this majestic wine is available in large formats, up to the exclusive twelve-litre Balthazar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Guado al Melo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46455604609195,"sku":"61181","price":54.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/guado-al-melo-bolgheri-superiore-atis-2021_61181_1_54812601-af87-4721-b490-48823f2ae888.webp?v=1779812404","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-se\/products\/guado-al-melo-bolgheri-superiore-atis-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}