COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Merlot, Montepulciano
PRODUCER
Domaine Wines Sweden AB
REGION
Southern Italy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Ecoltura Spago is an Italian red wine produced by Domaine Wines Sweden AB, originating from Southern Italy. The wine's name, 'Spago,' references a traditional, manual method of securing the cork with string, a practice rarely seen today. The producer, Domaine Wines Sweden AB, is a Swedish wine importer established in 1998, known for its focus on quality, knowledge, and value, with a commitment to organic and sustainable wines. The 2023 vintage from Southern Italy is noted for its generosity and high yields. The wine has received notable international awards, including 'World's Best Wine in Box' in 2019.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Spago' refers to a traditional, hand-tied string closure for the cork.
Fact 02
Awarded 'World's Best Wine in Box' in 2019.
Fact 03
Recognized with a gold award from Toulouse University experts for best wine in a box.
Fact 04
Consistently praised for its value, often labeled a 'Fynd' (find/bargain).
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Ecoltura Spago is crafted from a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot, and Montepulciano grapes grown in Southern Italy. The winemaking process involves careful selection and hand-harvesting of grapes at their peak ripeness. A significant step is the long maceration period, lasting approximately three weeks, which is employed for both fermentation and skin contact to maximize flavor and color extraction. Following this, the wine is aged for six months on oak, with a combination of 30% barriques and 70% larger 10-hectoliter barrels, contributing to its structure and complexity.
