Avamposti Monferrato Nebbiolo Altrove 2023 vs Ventisquero Grey (Glacier) Garnacha Carinena Mataro 2020
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £17.25 | £17.25 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Azienda Agricola Il Cascinone | Ventisquero |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Nebbiolo | Garnacha |
| Region | Piemonte | — |
| Country | Italy | Chile |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Avamposti Monferrato Nebbiolo Altrove 2023
Avamposti Altrove is an elegant, expressive Nebbiolo from a single sub-hectare vineyard at Tenuta Il Cascinone in the Monferrato hills of Piemonte — a wine that captures the signature floral perfume, plum, and red berry character of the variety in a more approachable, early-drinking style than its Barolo and Barbaresco cousins. Planted in 2005 on a steep south-facing slope, aged up to two years in oak, and crafted with genuine care and precision, this is a Nebbiolo that over-delivers at every level. Why You'll Love It Azienda Agricola Il Cascinone was acquired by leading Piemonte producer Araldica in 1999 and has since become one of the Monferrato's most respected single-vineyard estates. Nebbiolo is Italy's most noble red grape — the variety behind Barolo and Barbaresco — but here it is presented in a more accessible, versatile style that makes it a brilliant everyday red as well as a serious food wine. If you love Pinot Noir and haven't yet discovered Nebbiolo, this is the perfect introduction. Vineyard & Production Sourced from less than 1 hectare of Nebbiolo vines planted in 2005 on a steep, south-facing slope of the south-east corner of the Soliti plot at Tenuta Il Cascinone. After harvesting, grapes undergo 15–16 days maceration on skins in stainless steel, followed by up to two years ageing in oak — 75% in large botti and 25% in barriques (not new) — to develop structure and subtle complexity. Tasting Notes Aromatic and floral on the nose, with plum, red berry, and savoury undertones. The palate is juicy and supple — ripe damson and black cherry, fine tannins, and a lightly spicy finish with real length and elegance. Perfect Pairings Excellent with steak, roasted vegetables, tomato-based pasta dishes, hearty risottos, and antipasti. Also a natural partner for braised beef, osso buco, and aged Parmigiano Reggiano. Grape Variety Nebbiolo 100%
Ventisquero Grey (Glacier) Garnacha Carinena Mataro 2020
Ventisquero Grey GCM is an elegant and expressive blend of Garnacha, Cariñena, and Mataro from the renowned Colchagua Valley. This distinctive wine combines freshness, depth, and complexity, offering layers of red fruits, cassis, and black pepper, balanced by subtle earthy notes reminiscent of forest floor. Crafted with precision and care, it perfectly captures the spirit of the Apalta terroir and the finesse of Mediterranean varietals grown in Chilean soil. Why You'll Love It This is award-winning single-block vineyard wine from Ventisquero's prestigious Grey collection. Hand-selected grapes undergo a three to five-day pre-fermentative maceration to enhance colour and aroma, followed by low-temperature fermentation (22–26°C) in small, open containers with gentle daily pump-overs. Post-fermentative maceration of up to two weeks ensures fine, well-integrated tannins. The wine is aged for approximately one year in 2,500-litre French oak foudres, allowing subtle oak influence while preserving purity and fruit expression. Winemaker Felipe Tosso crafts wines with exceptional attention to detail. 96 points Decanter, 92 points The Wine Advocate. Meet the Producer Ventisquero, meaning glacier in Spanish, takes inspiration from Chile's wild landscapes and diverse climates. Under the guidance of winemaker Felipe Tosso, the winery focuses on innovation, sustainability, and the authentic expression of terroir. The Grey collection represents the essence of single-block vineyards, each wine a tribute to its origin and crafted with exceptional attention to detail. Production Grapes are hand-selected in the vineyard, with 50% of the clusters crushed before fermentation. The must undergoes a three to five-day pre-fermentative maceration to enhance colour and aroma. Fermentation follows at low temperatures between 22°C and 26°C in small, open containers with gentle daily pump-overs. A post-fermentative maceration of up to two weeks ensures fine, well-integrated tannins. The wine is a
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