{"title":"Cortonesi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“I’m a lucky man who has been given the opportunity to realize my dream and continue my family’s efforts making wine in the land where I was born.” – \u003c\/em\u003eTommaso Cortonesi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTommaso is third-generation winemaker at Cortonesi that owns some of the most prized vineyards in the north and south-east of Montalcino. Favourable geography, rocky soils, and ingenious winemaking all come together to create some of the region's deepest and most elegant Brunello wines. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cortonesi family has been making wine since the 1970s. At first, wines were made to be enjoyed by family, friends and neighbours, but then in 1985, Cortonesi had gained enough traction within their community that they began to offer their wines commercially. Today, Cortonesi remains a family business that continues to work according to tradition, while employing modern technologies to the enhance the quality of their production. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovers of Sangiovese must experience “La Mannella”, a collection of wines exclusively sourced from Cortonesi's private vine land. This farm covers 56 hectares, eight of which are devoted to the production of some of the world's most coveted and age-worthy Brunello di Montalcino. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cortonesi-leonus-igt","title":"Cortonesi 'La Mannella' Lèonus IGT Toscana 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cortonesi family has owned the La Mannella farm in Montalcino for decades and are devoted to the production of Brunello di Montalcino. This wine, Lèonus, is a humble but mighty Toscana IGT made from grapes that are in fact grapes cultivated to be Brunello, from vineyards in Montalcino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the best value wines from the area, this Rosso Toscano is juicy and fresh. Full of red cherries and dark berries on the nose, with a delicate astringency on the palate. It has such great balance and it drinks so well that it's the perfect everyday wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine pairs brilliantly with dishes prepared with tomato sauce and herbs, such as lasagna or pizza. It's also great with antipasti (olives, cured meats, pecorino cheese), and simply roasted meats or chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cortonesi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35209927688350,"sku":"158583-1","price":299.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0420\/7922\/3966\/files\/2018CortonesiLeonusIGTToscana_Italy.png?v=1761848498"},{"product_id":"cortonesi-rosso-di-montalcino","title":"Cortonesi 'La Mannella' Rosso di Montalcino 2023","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cortonesi family has owned the La Mannella farm in Montalcino for decades and are devoted to the production of Brunello di Montalcino. Using the young Brunello grapes they craft this Rosso di Montalcino. It's an elegant wine, with aromas of black, blue and purple fruit, light spice, vanilla and just a hint of violet. The Palate is juicy and very well structured with soft tannins, making it a perfect food wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Rosso di Montalcino brings out the best in rich pasta dishes, stews and mushrooms sauces. 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On the palate is pleasant, fresh and light-bodied. This Pecorino wine has a special saltiness and an aftertaste of bitter almonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWines made from Pecorino pair extremely well with Pecorino cheeses drizzled with a bit of honey as well as vegetables, fish and white meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 bottle x Réva Grey Langhe Bianco 2023 (Piedmont, Italy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite | Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Gris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStraw yellow in color. The nose is complex and pleasant, characterized by notes of citrus, passion fruit, sage, and flint. The palate is fresh, lively, and supported by a good acidity. 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On the palate, it is smooth and fruity, showcasing juicy red fruit flavors complemented by a refreshing acidity that gives it great balance and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal with cold platters, meat and cheese dishes, and pizza.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 bottle x Cortonesi 'La Mannella' Brunello di Montalcino 2019 (Tuscany, Italy)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed | Sangiovese\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'La Mannella' is crafted exclusively from grapes harvested in the southeast, where the soil is a mix of clay and sandstone. 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