{"product_id":"ettore-germano-langhe-riesling-herzu-2024","title":"Ettore Germano Langhe Riesling Herzu 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHerzu by Ettore Germano is a still white wine from the Langhe denomination that expresses the elegance of \u003cstrong\u003eRiesling\u003c\/strong\u003e in Piedmont through a rigorous and vibrant profile, with fermentation in stainless steel. On the palate, it opens with a full attack, supported by lively acidic tension and a measured \u003cstrong\u003eresidual sugar\u003c\/strong\u003e that balances the sip. The bouquet reveals clear notes of citrus, white peach and wildflowers, evolving over time into captivating hints of hydrocarbon. This aromatic progression culminates in a long and persistent finish, characterised by a \u003cstrong\u003emarked minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e that faithfully reflects the grape variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes grow in the vineyards of the municipality of Cigliè, on the heights of the Alta Langa, at an altitude between 500 and 570 metres. The vines benefit from an exposure ranging from south-east to south-west and enjoy a \u003cstrong\u003ecool and breezy climate\u003c\/strong\u003e, essential for preserving the clarity of the aromas. The roots sink into \u003cstrong\u003ecalcareous and clay-loam soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, characterised by the presence of stones and a subsoil of Langa stone. This specific \u003cstrong\u003egeological matrix\u003c\/strong\u003e imparts a deep savoury imprint to the wine, unequivocally defining its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvesting takes place at the beginning of October and is followed by a slow \u003cstrong\u003efermentation in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e lasting forty days. Afterwards, the wine is chilled to inhibit malolactic fermentation, preserving the grape's natural freshness. Ageing continues for six months on the lees and is carried out strictly without bâtonnage and \u003cstrong\u003ewithout the use of wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring total expressive purity until bottling in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the Alta Langa on the calcareous soils of Cigliè, \u003cstrong\u003eHérzu Langhe DOC Riesling 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e showcases the excellence of the Ettore Germano winery, founded in 1856. Awarded 91 points by Robert Parker, this extraordinary white boasts an estimated longevity of between 5 and 10 years, ensuring a refined \u003cstrong\u003emineral evolution\u003c\/strong\u003e over time and revealing those captivating hydrocarbon notes that can win over even the most discerning connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ettore Germano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46380424888491,"sku":"60918","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/ettore-germano-langhe-riesling-herzu-2024_60918_1_a6564517-a872-4308-8dee-211b4b82de39.webp?v=1775830175","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/ettore-germano-langhe-riesling-herzu-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}