{"product_id":"montevetrano-montevetrano-magnum-1-5-l-2014","title":"Montevetrano – MONTEVETRANO Magnum 1.5 L 2014","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 Points James Suckling, 93 Points Luca Maroni, 92 Points Vinous, 91 Points Robert Parker Wine Advocate \u0026amp; 3 Bicchieri Gambero Rosso – Rare 2014 MONTEVETRANO MAGNUM 1.5 L – Now 12 Years Old – Elegant, Complex and Beautifully Refined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMontevetrano 2014 Magnum is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erare large-format edition of one of southern Italy's most celebrated fine wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, produced by the prestigious Montevetrano estate in Campania. Founded by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilvia Imparato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with renowned winemaker \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRiccardo Cotarella\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Montevetrano has established an international reputation as a benchmark for elegant, age-worthy Italian red wines, often affectionately described as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Sassicaia of the South”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2014 is a distinctive blend of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Aglianico and 20% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, bringing together Bordeaux-inspired sophistication and the unmistakable character of Campania. Cabernet Sauvignon contributes structure and dark-fruit complexity, Aglianico provides freshness and savoury spice, while Merlot adds softness and elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in the hills of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Cipriano Picentino near Salerno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the vineyards benefit from Mediterranean influences and the surrounding Picentini Mountains. The 2014 vintage is particularly interesting for its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eelegance, freshness and refined character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, rather than sheer power or concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine offers an expressive bouquet of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ered cherries, pomegranate, blackcurrants and ripe plums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eviolets, tobacco, cedar, black tea, Mediterranean herbs and subtle smoky spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. On the palate, it is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium- to full-bodied, elegant and savoury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with polished tannins, refreshing acidity, fine mineral undertones and a long, balanced finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 days of skin maceration and stainless-steel fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the wine underwent malolactic fermentation before maturing for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12–14 months in new French oak barriques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by further bottle refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow 12 years old in 2026, Montevetrano 2014 offers a fascinating opportunity to experience this prestigious wine with substantial bottle age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The fruit character may have developed towards \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edried berries, tobacco, leather, black tea and earthy spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the wine's underlying freshness and structure remain important elements of its character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5-litre magnum format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is especially appealing for an older fine wine. Its lower oxygen-to-wine ratio generally encourages slower, more gradual evolution compared with standard 750 ml bottles, potentially preserving freshness and balance for longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinguished southern Italian fine wine with elegance, savoury complexity and the additional appeal of a rare mature magnum – an excellent choice for a special dinner, collectors or sharing with fellow wine enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternational Recognition – 2014 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 Points – James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003e93 Points – Doctor Wine \/ Daniele Cernilli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e92 Points – Vinous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91 Points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 Points – Wine Spectator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 Grappoli – Bibenda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 Viti – Vitae AIS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby 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 lamb, grilled ribeye steak, beef tenderloin, slow-braised short ribs, venison, wild boar ragù, duck breast and mature cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Particularly attractive with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroasted meats, earthy mushroom dishes and Mediterranean cuisine featuring rosemary, thyme and other aromatic herbs\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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