{"title":"Tenute Ballasanti","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"etna-bianco-3","title":"ETNA BIANCO","description":"\u003cp\u003eBallasanti “Etna Bianco DOC” (850m a.s.l. 3 Ha vineyard Etna slopes in Contrada Chiusitti, Mascali) is fruity, floral, mineral and savoury white wine made from 100% Carricante grapes.\u003cbr\u003e\nFollowing manual harvest in the last 10 days of September of fully ripe grapes, the vinification process starts with destemming of the grapes. \u003cbr\u003e\nGently pressed, the resulting Must is transferred to temperature-controlled tanks for fermentation at 13\/15° C. The wine then matures sur lie for approximately 60 to 90 days, with weekly bâtonnage. \u003cbr\u003e\nDuring the winter, the wine stabilises and clarifies naturally through sedimentation. Decanted at the end of winter and bottled in the spring following the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe appearance shows a straw-coloured hue with brilliant green hues. The nose is delicately balsamic with fruity \u0026amp; floral notes and fresh hay, and an iron and mineral finish. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe taste is generous, savoury and enveloping, opening in fresh grapefruit, citrus and ending with a typically mineral note. \u003cbr\u003e\nEtna's Carricante wines are prized for their freshness, complexity and uniqueness, reflecting the region's unique volcanic terroir.\u003cbr\u003e\nFood-match: A perfect aperitif compagnon. Summer style dishes.   \u003cbr\u003e\nRecommended serving-temperature of 8-10°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurus Vini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57160280375631,"sku":null,"price":23.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/9598\/3183\/files\/TenuteBallasanti-EtnaBIanco.png?v=1774903258"},{"product_id":"etna-rosso-3","title":"EtNA ROSSO","description":"\u003cp\u003eBallasanti “Etna Rosso DOC” (600m a.s.l. volcanic bush-vine 2Ha vineyards in Piedimonte Etneo, Contrada San Basilio) is a fruity, elegant and juicy red wine made from 100% Nerello Mascalese grapes.\u003cbr\u003e\nFollowing manual harvest in the last 10 days of September, vinification process starts with destemming of the grapes. Alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks. Extended skin maceration with pumping over and batonnage. Refinement happens in small ceramic containers, and partly in French oak Tonneaux with biological stabilization over the winter and spontaneous sedimentation. Malolactic fermentation in wood containers. \u003cbr\u003e\nRacking at the end of winter. Bottling during the second summer following harvest. Aged in bottles for 6 months.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe appearance shows a pale ruby colour. scents of appealing sour red cherries and roses. A little wood influences the nose too, delicately integrated. \u003cbr\u003e\nThe palate is elegant and smooth, with a weightlessness very enchanting despite the 14C. It never feels heavy, thanks to juicy acidity and pure fruit overlaying a darker balsamic background. \u003cbr\u003e\nThere are tannins for the long term, but these are fully integrated and well-harmonized. A tobacco note appears with iron-like minerals on the long and satisfying finish. \u003cbr\u003e\nIt’s delicious now but with future potential for a decade and more. Indeed, Il Sublime, that’s it!\u003cbr\u003e\nFood-match: A beautiful companion of roasted vegetables, aubergines, lighter meats in sauce and spicy sausages. \u003cbr\u003e\nRecommended serving-temperature of 16°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurus Vini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57160280441167,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/9598\/3183\/files\/TenuteBallasanti-EtnaRosso.png?v=1774903258"},{"product_id":"sicilia-doc-3","title":"SICILIA DOC","description":"\u003cp\u003eNEW - TO DO\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurus Vini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57160280834383,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/9598\/3183\/collections\/Maso_Miri_f16c2511-2844-4b87-9e3f-e663237ff53a.png?v=1775158648","url":"https:\/\/www.laurusvini.com\/en\/collections\/tenuta-ballasanti.oembed","provider":"LAURUSVINI Fine Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}