{"product_id":"castello-di-montepo-maceone-2020","title":"Castello di Montepo Maceone 2020","description":"\u003ch4\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis exclusive red wine originates from the historic Castello di Montepò estate in the Maremma region of Tuscany, the private winegrowing domain of Jacopo Biondi Santi. \u003cstrong\u003eMaceone\u003c\/strong\u003e is the estate’s premier \"Cru\" dedicated entirely to Merlot, standing as a counterpart to the Cabernet-based \u003cem\u003eFontecanese\u003c\/em\u003e. Born from the rigorous micro-zonation studies conducted by Jacopo Biondi Santi, this wine is sourced from a specific, high-altitude vineyard plot rich in \u003cem\u003egalestro\u003c\/em\u003e soil that was identified as the perfect terroir for expressing the depth and elegance of the Merlot grape. It represents a modern, sophisticated interpretation of this international varietal, filtered through the lens of Tuscan tradition. The 2020 vintage, characterized by a balanced growing season, allowed for perfect phenolic ripening, resulting in a wine of exceptional softness and structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWine Description\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCastello di Montepò Maceone 2020 displays a concentrated, luminous ruby red colour with slight purple edges. The nose is opulent and enveloping, offering a rich bouquet of ripe blackberries, dark plums, and blackcurrants, beautifully integrated with complex notes of sweet spices, vanilla, and a hint of roasted coffee bean. On the palate, the wine is the epitome of elegance and roundness; it is full-bodied and velvety, distinguished by soft, polished tannins that wrap around a dense core of dark fruit. Despite its plush texture, it maintains a vibrant acidity that provides lift and longevity. The finish is long, warm, and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of fruit compote and savory balsamic nuances. This 100% Merlot typically has an ABV of 14% and is aged for 24 months in un-toasted French oak barriques (Tronçais), followed by significant bottle refinement. The optimal drinking window is from release through approximately 15 to 20 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"300747 - South By Southwest Wine Imports Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43139022946391,"sku":"123032","price":508.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/Castello-di-Montepo-Maceone-2020.jpg?v=1778594027","url":"https:\/\/zyn.ca\/products\/castello-di-montepo-maceone-2020","provider":"ZYN THE WINE MARKET LTD.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}