{"product_id":"fantini-farnese-montepulciano-d-abruzzo-opi-riserva-biologico-2012","title":"Fantini\/Farnese – Montepulciano D'Abruzzo OPI RISERVA BIOLOGICO 2012 - 20% OFF!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSUPER OFFER – 20% OFF! NOW ONLY S$47 or S$40 if you get a box of 6 (UP: S$59)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 Points Luca Maroni \u0026amp; 91 Points Wine Enthusiast – Rare 2012 OPI RISERVA BIOLOGICO – Prestigious Colline Teramane DOCG – 24 Months Oak-Aged – Rich, Complex and Elegantly Developed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFantini\/Farnese OPI RISERVA BIOLOGICO 2012 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epremium organic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo from the prestigious Colline Teramane DOCG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, one of Abruzzo's most distinguished wine-growing areas. Produced by the internationally acclaimed Fantini winery, formerly known as Farnese Vini, this Riserva demonstrates the depth, structure and ageing potential of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Montepulciano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes originate from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTenuta Cantalupo in Notaresco, in the province of Teramo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where organically cultivated hillside vineyards benefit from a distinctive microclimate influenced by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGran Sasso mountains and the nearby Adriatic Sea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These conditions favour the development of ripe fruit, balanced acidity and the firm tannic structure characteristic of high-quality Montepulciano.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2012 vintage was particularly successful in Abruzzo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with a warm, predominantly dry growing season producing concentrated and well-structured red wines. Fantini's careful selection of grapes and traditional winemaking techniques resulted in a wine of considerable richness and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOPI RISERVA 2012 displays a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep ruby-red colour with developing garnet reflections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a complex bouquet of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe black cherries, dark plums, blackberry jam and dried red berries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etobacco, liquorice, vanilla, cedar, sweet baking spices and subtle earthy notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efull-bodied, concentrated and richly textured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with generous dark fruit, polished oak influences, persistent acidity and a long, savoury finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing careful hand harvesting and grape selection, the wine undergoes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eapproximately 25 days of maceration and fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by malolactic fermentation. It then matures for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 months in French and American oak barriques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, developing additional structure, aromatic complexity and a rounded texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2012 vintage offers a distinctive opportunity to explore a premium Montepulciano Riserva with substantial bottle development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its original dark-fruit intensity may have evolved towards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edried cherries, tobacco, leather, earthy spice and savoury complexity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while its underlying acidity and tannins provide structure. The extended oak maturation and naturally robust character of Montepulciano make this an interesting older vintage for enthusiasts of developed Italian reds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA richly flavoured, structured organic Riserva with the depth of Montepulciano, the complexity of extended oak ageing and the additional character that can emerge with time – an excellent companion to hearty cuisine and special dinners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Recognition – 2012 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 Points – Luca Maroni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91 Points – Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep ruby red with developing garnet reflections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrilled ribeye steak, slow-braised beef, roast lamb, venison, wild boar ragù, porcini mushroom risotto, aged Pecorino and Parmigiano Reggiano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Also pairs beautifully with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese roast duck, braised beef, richly seasoned pork and hearty Asian meat dishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16–18°C, ideally around 17°C. Stand the bottle upright before opening to allow any sediment to settle. 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