{"product_id":"il-rio-white-cuvee-annita-2019","title":"Il Rio – White Cuvee ANNITA 2019 - 20% OFF!","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20% OFF – NOW ONLY S$39.20 (UP: S$49). Outstanding 2019 Vintage – 4.4\/5 Vivino, the Highest-Rated ANNITA Vintage. Now 7 Years Old, Beautifully Mature, Rich, Aromatic and Wonderfully Complex.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIl Rio ANNITA 2019 is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erare and distinctive Tuscan white cuvée from the picturesque hills of Mugello\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, produced by Paolo Cerrini and Manuela Villimburgo at their tiny family estate near Vicchio, north of Florence. An unusual blend of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChardonnay, Pinot Nero vinified as a white wine and Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, ANNITA combines Burgundian inspiration with the freshness and individuality of Tuscany's Apennine foothills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate's small vineyards benefit from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclay-rich soils, a cool continental climate and pronounced day-to-night temperature variations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, conditions that preserve aromatic intensity and natural acidity. The grapes are carefully hand-harvested, with pre-fermentation maceration for the Chardonnay and white vinification of the Pinot Nero. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation takes place in oak barriques, with partial malolactic fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by further refinement in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2019 displays an attractive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edeep straw-gold colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and an expressive bouquet of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe pear, golden apple, citrus zest, tropical fruit and white blossoms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esweet spices, toasted almonds and subtle creamy nuances\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edry, beautifully textured and harmonious\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, combining ripe orchard fruit with refreshing acidity, gentle oak influence and a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow 7 years old in 2026, ANNITA 2019 offers the fascinating complexity of a mature, barrel-fermented white wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its ripe fruit and creamy texture are complemented by developing notes of honey, toasted nuts and gentle spice, while the wine's underlying freshness maintains balance and elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2019 vintage is particularly noteworthy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, achieving an impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.4\/5 on Vivino – the highest-rated vintage listed for ANNITA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. A published tasting also highlights its citrus and tropical-fruit aromas, white flowers, sweet spices and excellent freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully mature Tuscan white – rich, aromatic and wonderfully textured, with an elegant balance of ripe fruit, creamy complexity and refreshing acidity. 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