{"product_id":"fontefico-montepulciano-dabruzzo-cocca-di-casa-2022","title":"Fontefico Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cocca di Casa 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCocca di Casa by Fontefico is a still organic red wine made from \u003cstrong\u003eMontepulciano\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, a true expression of \u003cstrong\u003eMontepulciano d’Abruzzo\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its aromatic profile reveals resinous hints and notes of small red fruits and cherry. On the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003esmooth and easy-drinking\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported by vibrant savouriness and a pronounced mineral note. The \u003cstrong\u003evelvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e lead to a persistent finish, enriched with nuances of liquorice and spices. This balance makes it the \u003cstrong\u003eideal companion for grilled meats\u003c\/strong\u003e, flavourful first courses, fragrant pizzas and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eMontepulciano d’Abruzzo\u003c\/strong\u003e originates from the evocative Costa dei Trabocchi, in the Gulf of Vasto. The grapes come from the \u003cstrong\u003eVigna del Pozzo\u003c\/strong\u003e, a single plot facing east and caressed by the constant salty breezes of the Adriatic Sea. The soil is characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003estony and clayey matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in iron, a pedoclimatic condition that gives the grapes a \u003cstrong\u003edistinct mineral expression\u003c\/strong\u003e and a pleasant gustatory tension. Production takes place entirely at the \u003cstrong\u003eFontefico\u003c\/strong\u003e winery, safeguarding the authenticity of the territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe production process follows the principle of \u003cstrong\u003eminimal intervention in the winery\u003c\/strong\u003e. After a twenty-two day fermentation, the wine undergoes targeted ageing: part rests for twenty-four months in steel tanks to preserve the integrity of the fruit, while the remainder matures for eighteen months in \u003cstrong\u003ewooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, acquiring softness and complexity. The process concludes with six months of \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a dynamic and structured sip, able to harmoniously combine spicy notes with the savoury character typical of \u003cstrong\u003eMontepulciano\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true tribute to Fontefico's favourite variety, this \u003cstrong\u003eorganic Montepulciano\u003c\/strong\u003e encapsulates the essence of the Costa dei Trabocchi. The 2021 vintage of Vigna del Pozzo is caressed by the salty Adriatic breeze, which imparts a seductive minerality. Patiently matured in \u003cstrong\u003esteel and wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine, bottled at source, is the real \u003cstrong\u003edarling of the house\u003c\/strong\u003e for the estate: a smooth sip that expresses the deepest identity of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fontefico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47733038809259,"sku":"62478","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/fontefico-montepulciano-dabruzzo-cocca-di-casa-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}