{"product_id":"il-rio-pinot-nero-ventisei-2018","title":"Il Rio – Pinot Nero VENTISEI 2018 - 40% OFF!","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40% OFF – NOW ONLY S$39 or S$32.50 if you get 6 (UP: S$65)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Tuscany’s Most Distinctive Pinot Noirs – 2018 Vintage, Now 8 Years Old and Beautifully Mature. Silky, Ripe Tannins and a Long, Warm Finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIl Rio VENTISEI 2018 is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexceptional Tuscan Pinot Nero from the picturesque hills of Mugello\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, produced by Paolo Cerrini at his boutique estate in Vicchio, north of Florence. Made from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Pinot Nero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this distinctive wine demonstrates that Tuscany can produce beautifully refined Pinot Noir beyond its traditional Sangiovese-based reds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vineyards benefit from Mugello's relatively cool climate and predominantly clay-rich soils, providing excellent conditions for preserving Pinot Nero's delicate aromatics, natural freshness and elegant structure. The winemaking combines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epartial carbonic maceration, temperature-controlled fermentation and malolactic fermentation in barrique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 months of maturation in oak barriques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and further refinement in cement and bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2018 reveals a sophisticated bouquet of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe red cherries, wild strawberries, raspberries and dried rose petals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esweet spices, balsamic herbs, cocoa, subtle smoke and earthy forest-floor nuances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium-bodied, silky and wonderfully harmonious\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining ripe red fruit with refreshing acidity and beautifully softened tannins. The finish is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elong, warm and savoury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with lingering cherry, spice and delicate earthy notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow 8 years old in 2026, VENTISEI 2018 has reached a particularly attractive stage of maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its youthful fruit has developed additional complexity, while the tannins have softened into an elegant, velvety texture. The wine retains the freshness and aromatic finesse characteristic of Pinot Noir, complemented by the warmth and generosity of its Tuscan origins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA fascinating mature Tuscan Pinot Noir – silky, aromatic and wonderfully refined, with ripe, soft tannins and a beautifully warm finish. Ready to enjoy now.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant 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\u003eroast duck, chicken, game birds, pork tenderloin, porcini mushroom risotto, truffle pasta, charcuterie and aged cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Particularly delicious with roast poultry and earthy mushroom dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15–17°C, ideally around 16°C. 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