{"title":"Chris's Choice","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhy don't you try these unknown and surprising favorites of mine!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"estandon-gris-des-seigneurs","title":"Estandon Gris des Seigneurs","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes Estandon Gris des Seigneurs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA very fresh and pleasant rosé with pronounced aromas of red and exotic fruits. Think strawberry, raspberry, peach, and a hint of grapefruit, complemented by a subtle spiciness. On the palate, the wine is lively and juicy, with fresh notes of strawberry, lemon, peach, and grapefruit. The long, elegant finish brings back the fruit beautifully. In short: a delicious Provence rosé with character and a playful aroma reminiscent of candy (English licorice).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGris des Seigneurs rosé\u003c\/strong\u003e is delicious as an aperitif, with (raw vegetable) salads, various grilled fish dishes and light poultry or simply as an enjoyable wine with a sunset.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe location of the vineyards is magnificent! The many hours of sunshine combined with its location on the Mediterranean Sea ensure that the grapes grow exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGris des Seigneurs comes from Vignerons Estandon, one of the top producers from the Côtes de Provence for decades. They export to more than 50 different countries and thus have an excellent idea of what consumers demand from them. The wine has won several awards in house wine competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/rose-wijnen\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003erosé wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a blend of different grape varieties, including Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah, which contribute to the distinctive taste of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrenache: Originally from Spain, but now widely planted in Southern France. Brings fruitiness and suppleness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCinsault: Light, fruity grape with low tannins, ideal for fresh rosé wines. Widely used in Provence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSyrah: Deep-colored grape with powerful aromas. Contributes to structure and spiciness, even in small quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name 'Gris' refers to the refined, light salmon-pink color of the wine? By allowing the skins of the red grapes to macerate for only a very short time, an elegant rosé is created with great freshness, subtle red fruit, and a wonderfully summery character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Estandon Vignerons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58944313884997,"sku":"5105","price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1078\/1183\/2133\/files\/fa92b66bb039bd6739b7a8f084ee083eb6546252.jpg?v=1790321975"},{"product_id":"geografico-pavonero-rosso","title":"Geographical Pavonero Red","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes Geografico Pavonero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePowerful, dark red wine with an intense nose featuring notes of ripe cherries, candied plums, mocha, tobacco, and a robust flavor with a sensual, round mouthfeel. What a taste sensation!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Food\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeografico Pavonero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs well with rack of lamb, game (wild boar), grilled dishes, red beef, and stews. It's also a great combination with a well-stocked antipasti platter featuring Parma ham, salami, and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGeografico Pavonero Rosso\u003c\/strong\u003e is a very special wine. It's a so-called non-vintage wine and is effectively a blend of 2 vintages, hence no vintage year. Additionally, the wine is also a blend of 4 grapes (Nero d'Avola, Primitivo, Montepulciano, and Merlot) that come from four different regions in Italy: Sicily, Puglia, Abruzzo, and Trentino. The vinification takes place in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/toscana\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eTuscany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe result is a powerful, dark red wine with an intense nose featuring notes of ripe cherries, candied plums, mocha, and tobacco, and a robust flavor with a sensual, round mouthfeel. 20% of the wine matures for no less than \u003cstrong\u003e12 months in new French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The other 80% matures in stainless steel. This beautifully explains the combination of ripe dark fruit, mocha, and tobacco with soft tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe company 'Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico' was founded in 1961. It was a cooperative that has since been acquired by Piccini. At \u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/geografico\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #B2002B\"\u003eGeografico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, every vineyard that comes under management is evaluated by the geologist and the vineyard specialist. They provide advice on the best grape varieties and rootstocks. They then assist the owner with the setup of the vineyard and constantly with vineyard management. A skilled winemaking team makes the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fun story behind this wine is that it actually tries to capture all of Italy in one bottle. The blend combines Nero d'Avola from Sicily, Primitivo from Puglia, Montepulciano from Abruzzo, and Merlot from Trentino. 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