{"product_id":"ciro-picariello-greco-di-tufo-2024","title":"Ciro Picariello Greco di Tufo 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCiro Picariello's Greco di Tufo is a still white wine from Campania with a Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin (DOCG) status, aged in stainless steel, with a vibrant and distinctive profile. To the eye, it presents a deep straw-yellow colour, which anticipates a complex olfactory bouquet defined by notes of \u003cstrong\u003eorange blossom\u003c\/strong\u003e, citrus zest, melon, and subtle sulphurous mineral hints. On the palate, it is distinguished by a \u003cstrong\u003epronounced mineral character\u003c\/strong\u003e and a vibrant freshness supported by a marked acidity. The mouthfeel is structured and balanced, culminating in a long and persistent finish that fully enhances the varietal characteristics of the \u003cstrong\u003eGreco\u003c\/strong\u003e grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes grow in the vineyards of \u003cstrong\u003eAltavilla Irpina\u003c\/strong\u003e, in the heart of Campania, within the renowned Greco di Tufo area. The vines, situated at approximately five hundred metres above sea level with a south-eastern exposure, benefit from an ideal microclimate for a slow and balanced ripening. The \u003cstrong\u003eclayey soils\u003c\/strong\u003e give the wine a clean and deep taste profile. Ciro Picariello manages the trellis-trained rows with Guyot pruning, allowing \u003cstrong\u003efifteen-year-old vines\u003c\/strong\u003e to produce bunches with the optimal aromatic concentration for this white wine of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest is carried out in the first half of October. The must is cooled to eight degrees for twenty-four hours before starting a \u003cstrong\u003etemperature-controlled fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e lasting approximately sixty days, which is essential for preserving the integrity of the primary aromas. The wine then undergoes \u003cstrong\u003eageing in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e for eight months, during which frequent bâtonnage is performed to enrich its texture and complexity on the palate. The ageing process concludes with a further three months of resting before being released for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and trivia\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ciro Picariello winery was founded in 2004. Among the most notable highlights, the 2024 vintage boasts prestigious accolades, including 91 points from James Suckling and 90 points from Vinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ciro Picariello","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47171100442795,"sku":"61778","price":17.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/ciro-picariello-greco-di-tufo-2024_61778_1.webp?v=1782314146","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/ciro-picariello-greco-di-tufo-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}