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Questo vino esprime pienamente il terroir montano, regalando un'esperienza degustativa autentica e raffinata.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIl Mon Blanc si presenta con un colore giallo paglierino brillante, che anticipa un bouquet aromatico di grande complessità. Al naso, rivela subito i sentori di frutta fresca come mela verde e pera, affiancati da delicate note floreali di biancospino e fiori di campo. Emergono inoltre sfumature agrumate e accenni di erbe di montagna che gli conferiscono un'ulteriore profondità.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAl palato, il Mon Blanc di Les Cretes offre una freschezza vibrante, bilanciata da una piacevole morbidezza. La buona acidità si coniuga armoniosamente con la struttura del vino, creando un equilibrio perfetto che lo rende versatile e adatto a diverse occasioni. La mineralità, tipica dei vini di montagna, emerge con eleganza, lasciando una lunga persistenza aromatica che invita al sorso successivo.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQuesto vino si abbina magnificamente a piatti a base di pesce, crostacei, formaggi freschi e carni bianche, esaltando la delicatezza e i sapori degli ingredienti. Il Mon Blanc di Les Cretes è l'ideale per chi cerca un vino bianco sofisticato e autentico, capace di raccontare la storia e la tradizione di un territorio unico come la Valle d'Aosta. La passione e l'attenzione per i dettagli della cantina Les Cretes si riflettono in ogni singola bottiglia di questo pregiato vino.","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42607478505689,"sku":"bottle-00001","price":9.22,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/2268\/5356\/products\/Mon-Blanc-Les-Cretes-75-cl-bottle-of-italy.jpg?v=1654770972"},{"product_id":"petite-arvine-dop-les-cretes-75cl","title":"Petite Arvine DOP - Les Cretes","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePetite Arvine, a product of the Les Cretes company, has been vinified in purity since 1992. The native vines are grown in highly fragmented vineyards, planted at high densities, a consequence of the slope of the sandy soils that allow excellent conditions for management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe production heart of Petite Arvine is located on the hill in front of the Coteau La Tour, in an area dominated for the most part by arduous vineyard slopes. In this splendid mountain landscape, Les Cretes has found a perfect harmony between the positive influences of natural agents and the development of the vine, generating an extremely fresh and mineral wine, with a marked aromatic component and intense softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePetite Arvine is a white grape variety from Valle d'Aosta with late ripening, the name derives from the \"Arvine\" variety and the size of its berries, precisely small \"petite\" in French. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter the harvest, the grapes undergo refrigeration and soft pressing of the whole bunch, the fermentation of 12 days is carried out in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 14 ° C with aging \"sur lies\" for about 2 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is admired in its bright straw yellow color. Floral aromas of jasmine and peony arrive on the nose, with fruity hints of apple, passion fruit, plum and citrus. The taste is sapid and balanced, with mineral overtones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA wine characterized by a great salinity and minerality, typical qualities of mountain wines. An excellent glass as an aperitif, which can also be enjoyed with marinated tuna carpaccio but also in combination with linguine with pesto, salted sea bream or salmon trout with aromatic herbs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42607478538457,"sku":"bottle-00002","price":15.81,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/2268\/5356\/products\/Petite-Arvine-Annata-2021-DOP-75-cl-Cantina-Les-Cretes-bottle-of-italy.jpg?v=1654782778"},{"product_id":"pinot-nero-doc-les-cretes-75cl","title":"Pinot Nero DOC - Les Cretes","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe vines of Les Cretes are grown with respect for the environment, minimizing phytosanitary interventions and respecting natural production factors. With these criteria, the Pinot Noir of Les Cretes was born, produced since 1995 in La Tour (Provence - Alps - French Riviera). The Pinot Noir berries are not vinified as per tradition which require the vinification in wood, but are vinified entirely in steel, this gives life to a fresh and pleasant wine able to stand out for its elegance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe alpine climate determines in particular the organoleptic characteristics of mountain wines, the late harvested grapes undergo strong autumn temperature variations (+ 22 ° C during the day and 0 ° C at night). This favors the formation of special aromatic precursors in the grapes, which considerably contribute the odorous component of the wines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA glass of intense ruby red color, with violet reflections. The nose offers an intense and delicate aroma, with fresh hints of red fruit and pleasant aromas of undergrowth and sage. In the mouth it is fresh and savory, very balanced, finely structured with a soft and velvety tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is very tasty in combination with snacks and pasta with meat sauce, it is also very pleasant with cold cuts and salami, as well as being perfect with roasted or grilled meat, stewed white meats and blue cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42607480701145,"sku":"bottle-01293","price":16.63,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/2268\/5356\/products\/Pinot-Nero-Annata-2020-DOC-75-cl-Cantina-Les-Cretes-bottle-of-italy.jpg?v=1654782802"},{"product_id":"vin-de-la-sabla-les-cretes","title":"Vin de la Sabla - Les Cretes","description":"The Vin de la Sabla by Les Crêtes is a refined expression of red wine that captures the essence of the Valle d'Aosta, a region known for its unique mountain vineyards. This wine is primarily made from petit rouge, a native variety that deeply reflects the local terroir.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Vin de la Sabla presents a vibrant ruby color with purple hues. The nose is rich with intense aromas: ripe red fruits such as cherry and blackberry blend with spicy notes of black pepper and a light herbal touch reminiscent of thyme and the Mediterranean scrub.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tasting reveals a balanced structure with fine tannins that give it a pleasant drinkability and excellent persistence. The freshness is remarkable, typical of high-altitude wines, which contributes to a pleasant complexity while a slightly mineral aftertaste hints at the mountain rocks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVin de la Sabla is a wine that beautifully adapts to a variety of dishes, making it ideal to accompany grilled red meats, mushroom-based dishes, or medium-aged cheeses. It expresses its character best when served at a temperature of 16-18°C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor collectors and wine lovers, this product from Les Crêtes is an excellent specimen to add to their cellar, capable of evolving well over time thanks to its structure and balance. A true gem of Valdostan viticulture that celebrates the uniqueness of a small piece of Italy.","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47028336263506,"sku":"bottle-01294","price":12.02,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/2268\/5356\/files\/Vin-de-la-Sabla-Les-Cretes-Bottle-of-Italy.jpg?v=1695635492"},{"product_id":"mon-blanc-2023-les-cretes","title":"Mon Blanc - Les Cretes","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \"Mon Blanc\" of Les Crêtes is a wine pearl that emerges from the Aosta Valley, one of the most picturesque and least explored wine regions in Italy. This white wine is a vibrant expression of native varieties and winemaking techniques that reflect the rich tradition and innovation of the Les Crêtes winery, one of the leading companies in the Aosta Valley wine scene. Featuring a holistic approach to viticulture, Les Crêtes enhances the local viticultural heritage by producing wines that speak eloquently of their unique terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Mon Blanc\" is a blend of mainly native varieties, which may include Petit Arvine, Prié Blanc, and other grapes that find their ideal habitat in the alpine conditions of the Aosta Valley. This composition offers a wine that is a mosaic of flavors and aromas, enhanced by a microclimate that gives the grapes a distinctive freshness and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt sight, \"Mon Blanc\" presents a light straw yellow color, with brilliant reflections that anticipate its liveliness. On the nose, the wine expresses a wide range of aromas: white pulp fruits, such as peach and pear, floral accents and an almost crystalline mineral note that recalls the purity of the Aosta Valley mountains. This olfactory complexity invites a tasting that promises to be equally rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the mouth, \"Mon Blanc\" by Les Crêtes surprises with its freshness and dynamism. The acidity is well balanced and supports a medium-light body, making the wine extremely pleasant and drinkable. The flavors faithfully reflect the olfactory bouquet, with an aromatic persistence that leads to a clean and refreshing finish, where the mineral notes blend with a delicate fruity aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis wine is a perfect exemplification of Les Crêtes' ability to interpret the Aosta Valley territory through wines of great character. \"Mon Blanc\" pairs beautifully with fish dishes, light appetizers and fresh cheeses, but can also be enjoyed as an aperitif, where its freshness stimulates the palate, preparing it for the meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith its respectful and innovative approach to viticulture, Les Crêtes continues to amaze and delight wine lovers, offering with \"Mon Blanc\" an experience that is both a journey through the unique flavors of the Aosta Valley and a tribute to diversity and richness of the Italian wine heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Les Cretes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47813110268242,"sku":"bottle-01289","price":9.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0538\/2268\/5356\/files\/Mon-Blanc-Les-Cretes-75-cl-bottle-of-italy_5955147d-5b84-4bc3-a2cd-3c47ac8f23ad.jpg?v=1710253778"},{"product_id":"petite-arvine-2023-dop-les-cretes","title":"Petite Arvine DOP - Les Cretes","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePetite Arvine, a product of the Les Cretes company, has been vinified in purity since 1992. 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