{"product_id":"venica-ronco-delle-mele-sauvignon-2025","title":"Venica Ronco delle Mele Sauvignon 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRonco delle Mele by Venica is a \u003cstrong\u003estill white wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that rigorously expresses the authentic identity of Sauvignon. Produced in the renowned hills of Collio, in Friuli-Venezia Giulia, it stands out for its semi-aromatic character enhanced by a vibrant saline energy. Its \u003cstrong\u003evarietal profile\u003c\/strong\u003e emerges clearly and in a balanced manner, defining a taut flavour profile that culminates in a \u003cstrong\u003emineral finish\u003c\/strong\u003e of remarkable persistence. The meticulous ageing on the lees and careful vinification give the wine an elegant and well-defined style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sauvignon grapes come from the historic Ronco delle Mele vineyard in Dolegna del Collio, located on the Cerò hill at about one hundred and fifty metres above sea level. This plot benefits from a \u003cstrong\u003ecool microclimate\u003c\/strong\u003e and a north-west exposure, swept by northern breezes. The soil, composed of marl and sandstone, forms the ideal geological base to support the \u003cstrong\u003esavoury structure\u003c\/strong\u003e and verticality of the palate. Such environmental conditions favour a slow ripening of the bunches, essential for developing a \u003cstrong\u003ebroad and complex aromatic profile\u003c\/strong\u003e while maintaining fresh acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest, carried out by hand, takes place in successive stages. After destemming, the process begins with a \u003cstrong\u003elow-temperature maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e on the skins for about twenty hours, conducted in the absence of oxygen. Part of the must ferments and matures for six months in \u003cstrong\u003elarge wooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e in contact with the lees, while the remaining part is refined in steel tanks. The creation of the final \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place in spring, following the lunar phases.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRonco delle Mele\u003c\/strong\u003e originates from the \u003cstrong\u003eSauvignon R3 clone\u003c\/strong\u003e of 1984, making its debut in 1995. The name evokes the “apple hill”: in the 1940s, to counteract a landslide, apple trees were planted, creating a perfect ecosystem for the vine. An authentic cru of Venica \u0026amp; Venica, it boasts accolades such as Best Italian White and Best Sauvignon. \u003cstrong\u003eBottling during full moons\u003c\/strong\u003e between March and May preserves its refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Venica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46448771661995,"sku":"61147","price":43.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/venica-ronco-delle-mele-sauvignon-2025_61147_1_3a8e4a60-0a4d-427c-a6a3-7bc6bfe46cec.webp?v=1777565505","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/products\/venica-ronco-delle-mele-sauvignon-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}