{"product_id":"luce-della-vite-2018","title":"2018 Luce della Vite","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2018 Luce della Vite 'Luce' Toscana IGT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eESTATE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToday, Luce goes so much further than was originally envisioned when started as a project over 20 years ago. The estate now has some of the most exceptional vineyards in Montalcino and, as of 2018, a state of the art winery to nurture every step of the winemaking process. The original vision, however, remains the same: to produce a bold and ambitious Super Tuscan that reflects the culture of Montalcino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWINE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLuce is a singular and irresistible expression of Montalcino, a Super Tuscan with an exotic and some would say decadent side. The spectacular estate’s diversity of soils, expositions and biodiversity of olive groves and forests come together in a wine as vibrant and exciting as a landscape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVINEYARD\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoils: \u003c\/i\u003eHigher elevation planting on sandstone and limestone, ideal for Sangiovese. Clay in the lower altitude vineyards providing for the powerful expression of Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrape Varieties: \u003c\/i\u003e50% Sangiovese and 50% Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWINEMAKING\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFermentation: \u003c\/i\u003e12 days in stainless steel, additional 22 days of skin maceration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAging: \u003c\/i\u003e24 months in hand-split oak barriques (80% new)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/i\u003e15.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVINTAGE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe early rains in 2018 replenished the water reserves that were under duress in 2017. This allowed the grapevines a swift and uniform budding phase, which was further supported by the mild spring temperatures. Summer was characterised by a dry climate without excessive temperatures; ideal conditions to maintain an excellent vegetative-productive balance and to ensure the perfect growth of the grapes. In September, the northern winds and sunny days greatly contributed to completing the ripening process of the grapes in the best possible way.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luce della Vite","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":41671060390080,"sku":"LDV-M18-750","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":41676094079168,"sku":"LDV-M18-756","price":570.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/ProductImages_2_1500x1500_27.jpg?v=1705078136","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/luce-della-vite-2018","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}