{"product_id":"neige-d-or-2020-valle-d-aosta-d-o-p-les-cretes","title":"Neige d'Or 2020 Valle d'Aosta D.O.P. Les Cretes","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNeige d’Or 2020: elegant and characterful Aosta Valley white\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeige d’Or 2020 Valle d’Aosta D.O.P. Les Cretes\u003c\/strong\u003e is a refined white wine that stylishly narrates the alpine soul of the Aosta Valley. It is born from the meeting of \u003cstrong\u003ePetite Arvine\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePinot Gris\u003c\/strong\u003e, two grapes capable of offering personality, balance, and aromatic complexity. It is a precious cuvée, designed for those seeking an Italian mountain wine with a distinctive profile, good structure, and an elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production of \u003cstrong\u003eNeige d’Or 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from various Aosta Valley vineyards with an average age of 30 years, located on morainic, loose, and sandy soils, at altitudes ranging from 350 to 700 meters above sea level. This context gives the wine freshness, momentum, and a sense of finesse typical of high-altitude whites. The winemaking process involves gentle pressing of whole clusters and fermentation partly in French oak vats and partly in barriques, with long contact on the fine lees and subsequent aging in bottle. The result is a wine with a modern imprint but faithful to the territory, capable of combining precision and gustatory richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003estraw yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e enhanced by golden reflections. On the nose, it expresses fruity, floral, and spicy aromas, with a clear and engaging aromatic weave. On the palate, it is harmonious, consistent, and complex, supported by a pleasant freshness and a well-defined structure. The finish is long, persistent, and of great elegance, with a balance that enhances both the varietal component and the work done in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeige d’Or 2020 Les Cretes\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs naturally with seafood dishes and flavorful yet refined preparations. It is excellent with crostini with clarified butter and anchovies, fried eel, monkfish in a stew, and lobster Catalan style. Its structure also makes it interesting with \u003cstrong\u003eFontina d’alpeggio\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when served during convivial moments or in tastings dedicated to the flavors of the Aosta Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best appreciate \u003cstrong\u003eNeige d’Or 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e, a serving temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e13 and 15 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. This is the ideal range to enhance its aromas, harmony, and complexity without compromising the aromatic part. A wide glass, as suggested by the producer, helps to express the richness of the wine at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing \u003cstrong\u003eNeige d’Or 2020 Valle d’Aosta D.O.P. Les Cretes\u003c\/strong\u003e means bringing to the table a mountain white of great personality, produced in limited quantities and with attention to quality. It is a versatile yet refined wine, suitable for a special dinner, a curated gastronomic pairing, or for those looking to buy wine online with an authentic and recognizable territorial profile. The combination of freshness, complexity, and finesse makes it a compelling choice for those who love elegant and structured whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658742575490,"sku":"9bdc1","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/b60e9462d9a8fd78e07fe33121860bce.jpg?v=1779201829","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/neige-d-or-2020-valle-d-aosta-d-o-p-les-cretes-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}