{"product_id":"massolino-barolo-margheria-2022","title":"Massolino Barolo Margheria 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMassolino Barolo Margheria is a still red wine that embodies an authentic expression of Nebbiolo. Hailing from the prestigious Barolo area, this wine reveals a harmonious medium-bodied profile and the distinctive elegance of Serralunga d’Alba. On the palate, it stands out for its \u003cstrong\u003epronounced minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e and a persistent saline streak, perfectly balanced with \u003cstrong\u003esilky tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bouquet offers ethereal aromas of spices and tobacco, enriched by notes of wild cherry and candied orange peel. Its measured austerity makes it ideal for accompanying game stews, roasted red meats and \u003cstrong\u003emature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is recommended to decant it about an hour before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the \u003cstrong\u003esingle vineyard Margheria\u003c\/strong\u003e, located in the heart of one of the most renowned areas of Serralunga d’Alba. The Nebbiolo vines grow at an altitude of 340 metres with optimal southern exposure, trained using the Guyot system. The terroir is characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous soil\u003c\/strong\u003e with a significant presence of sand. This geological composition tempers the typical expressive power of the area, favouring a more harmonious structure and giving the glass a distinct \u003cstrong\u003esaline imprint\u003c\/strong\u003e. Thanks to low yields, a concentrated fruit is obtained, capable of faithfully expressing the peculiarities of the Piedmontese territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with meticulous manual harvesting in the second half of October. Fermentation and long maceration on the skins take place at a controlled temperature in \u003cstrong\u003elarge oak vats\u003c\/strong\u003e. Subsequently, the wine matures for a long period in large \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, a fundamental choice to preserve its original aromatic purity. The process concludes with essential \u003cstrong\u003ebottle ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e, a crucial step to harmonise the structure, define the spicy nuances and ensure solid longevity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1896, the Massolino winery has enhanced the territory of \u003cstrong\u003eSerralunga d’Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e, dedicating, since 1985, exclusive care to \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Margheria\u003c\/strong\u003e. Oenologists Franco and Roberto Massolino transform the grapes from this single 1.5-hectare plot into a masterpiece of rare mineral elegance. The exceptional 2021 vintage was in fact awarded \u003cstrong\u003e96 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e and 93 points by Vinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massolino - Vigna Rionda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47744705396907,"sku":"62505","price":112.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/massolino-barolo-margheria-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}