{"product_id":"lazio-rosso-igt-mater-matuta-2019-casale-del-giglio","title":"Lazio Rosso IGT 'Mater Matuta' 2019 - Casale del Giglio","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Lazio Rosso IGT 'Mater Matuta' 2019 - Casale del Giglio?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLazio Rosso IGT 'Mater Matuta' 2019 - Casale del Giglio\u003c\/strong\u003e is a red wine with great personality, a symbol of Lazio's winemaking excellence. Its name is rooted in mythology: Mater Matuta was the ancient goddess of dawn and protector of nascent life, worshipped in the territories of what is now Agro Pontino.\nThis wine is born from a skilful blend of \u003cstrong\u003eSyrah\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePetit Verdot\u003c\/strong\u003e, two grape varieties that express themselves magnificently in the terroir of Le Ferriere (Latina), yielding a red wine of great body, structure, and aromatic depth.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2019 vintage was characterized by balanced climatic conditions, with good temperature swings between day and night that favored optimal grape ripening. The warm, dry days of late summer allowed for the development of intense aromas and soft tannins, while harvesting at perfect phenolic maturity ensured concentration and harmony.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe grapes are harvested manually and subjected to controlled fermentation in steel, with about two weeks of maceration on the skins to extract color, aromas, and structure. The wine then ages for almost \u003cstrong\u003etwo years in new French oak barriques\u003c\/strong\u003e, where it acquires complexity, roundness, and enviable elegance. This is followed by further aging in the bottle, necessary to perfectly integrate the aromatic and tannic components.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIn the glass, it presents an intense ruby color with purplish reflections, dense and brilliant, a sign of concentration and youth.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the nose, it releases complex and deep aromas: notes of ripe wild berries, cherry, and blackberry intertwine with spicy hints of black pepper, cocoa, and vanilla, with delicate balsamic nuances. The bouquet is elegant and progressive, enriched by a finesse that reveals its long evolution in wood.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, \u003cstrong\u003eLazio Rosso IGT 'Mater Matuta' 2019 - Casale del Giglio\u003c\/strong\u003e is full, enveloping, and extraordinarily balanced. The tannins are silky and well-integrated, the structure is important without being heavy, and the long and persistent finish leaves pleasant fruity and spicy notes. It is a captivating wine for its harmony and character, capable of improving sip after sip.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Lazio Rosso IGT 'Mater Matuta' 2019 - Casale del Giglio\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis full-bodied red wine prefers structured dishes rich in flavor.\nRecommended pairings include:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrilled or braised red meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame and roasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses such as Pecorino or Parmesan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Roman dishes, such as baked lamb (abbacchio al forno) or Amatriciana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts elegance also makes it perfect as a meditation wine, ideal for accompanying a special evening.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo best discover its evolution, it is important to know \u003cstrong\u003ehow to store Lazio Rosso IGT 'Mater Matuta' 2019 - Casale del Giglio wine\u003c\/strong\u003e.\nStore the bottles in a cool, dark environment, with a constant temperature of around 14-16°C and controlled humidity. It should be kept horizontally to keep the cork moist.\nThanks to its structure and wood aging, Mater Matuta 2019 has excellent aging potential: it can evolve in the bottle for over 10 years, developing even more complex and refined aromas over time.","brand":"Casale del Giglio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415214289235,"sku":"L03-C038-2019-05","price":62.64,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/lazio-rosso-igt-mater-matuta-2019-casale-del-giglio.jpg?v=1764412264","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/lazio-rosso-igt-mater-matuta-2019-casale-del-giglio","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}