{"product_id":"leonardo-da-vinci-1502-sangiovese-superiore-rocca-di-cesena-riserva-2023","title":"Leonardo da Vinci 1502 Sangiovese Superiore Rocca di Cesena Riserva 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eType of wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1502 Sangiovese Superiore Rocca di Cesena Riserva from Cantine Leonardo da Vinci is an enveloping and complex still red wine. This \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Sangiovese and Syrah\u003c\/strong\u003e originates in Emilia-Romagna and falls under the renowned Romagna Sangiovese Superiore Riserva appellation. On the palate, it is rich and structured, characterised by \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a pleasant freshness that merge into a balanced sip. Ageing in oak barrels enriches the aromatic profile with elegant spicy and vanilla notes, making it a \u003cstrong\u003ered with a persistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of evolving beautifully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes for this label come from the suited hills of Emilia-Romagna, specifically in the areas of Castrocaro Terme, Predappio, Meldola, and Bertinoro. The vineyards benefit from optimal south and south-east exposure, situated at an altitude ranging from one hundred to two hundred and fifty metres above sea level. This foothills belt is characterised by significant geological diversity: ranging from \u003cstrong\u003eclayey soils\u003c\/strong\u003e at the base of the hills to \u003cstrong\u003emarl-sandstone and skeletal-rich soils\u003c\/strong\u003e as you approach the Apennines. This soil composition gives the wine its unique territorial identity. The wine's name is a tribute to Leonardo da Vinci's travels, during which he observed the \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric Rocca di Cesena\u003c\/strong\u003e and the local agricultural richness in these very lands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduction process\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins between the last week of September and the beginning of October, with careful selection and harvesting of the grapes. The bunches undergo a measured \u003cstrong\u003edrying process at a controlled temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e, during which humidity and ventilation are strictly monitored to encourage the concentration of aromas. This is followed by the fermentation phase, maintained at twenty-six degrees Celsius, enriched by the use of selected yeasts and accompanied by a period of maceration on the skins. Finally, the wine undergoes an \u003cstrong\u003eageing period of ten to twelve months\u003c\/strong\u003e, resting in \u003cstrong\u003emedium-toasted French and American oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, both first and second passage, an essential process to provide roundness and complexity to the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is part of the exclusive \u003cstrong\u003e1502 Da Vinci Romagna collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, a tribute that draws inspiration from Leonardo's meticulous naturalistic observations. The narrative of this label ideally transports us back to 1502, to the heart of Romagna, to admire the absolute excellence of nature and the ancient artisanal wisdom of local winegrowers. This fine product conveys genuine and timeless values that are inextricably linked to the \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric Fortress of Cesena\u003c\/strong\u003e. Confirming its charm, the vintage boasts a \u003cstrong\u003escore of ninety-six\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cantine Leonardo da Vinci","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48166592151723,"sku":"62841","price":8.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/leonardo-da-vinci-1502-sangiovese-superiore-rocca-di-cesena-riserva-2023_62841_1_3f0d2125-c6ac-4b4c-b761-9464b80af063.webp?v=1791800294","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/leonardo-da-vinci-1502-sangiovese-superiore-rocca-di-cesena-riserva-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}