{"title":"Torrevento","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Torrevento wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \nIn search of the very best wines, we undertake many journeys. By visiting the winemakers themselves, we discover the most authentic wines. Puglia has become a true favorite in recent years. A vast wine region where the perfect combination of craftsmanship, terroir, and climate converge. This prompted us to once again board a plane to Bari and hop in our rental car to drive through Puglia, searching for the perfect wine.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Italian wines from Puglia\u003c\/h2\u003e \nAlthough southern Italy is considerably poorer than northern Italy, the Puglia region has made significant progress in recent years. More and more people are discovering the region, and for good reason. We love visiting, thanks in part to the authentic cities within its borders. Consider the cultural city of Bari, or the metropolis of Tarante, where fishing is the order of the day. You'll also find numerous UNESCO sites. But all of that has now been overtaken by Puglia's wines, which now contribute significantly to the region's economy.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The Torrevento wines from Italy\u003c\/h2\u003e \nAll of Puglia is exceptionally well-suited for wine growing. This is partly due to the fact that Puglia is a peninsula and the sea is always nearby. As a result, it can get quite warm on the mainland, but the wind is almost always present. Grapes benefit enormously from this, and Torrevento Winery recognizes this. This winery is located in the northern half of Puglia, just under 50 kilometers west of the port city of Bari. Here, at the foot of the famous Castel del Monte, the grapes for Torrevento wines have been grown sustainably for decades. A special feature is that this takes place in the heart of the Alta Murgia National Park. This makes environmentally conscious wine growing vital, something you can certainly entrust to Torrevento Winery.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The sustainable wines of Torrevento\u003c\/h2\u003e \nFor twenty years, Torrevento Winery has held the prestigious Equalitas certification. This is awarded only to agricultural businesses that adhere to the highest standards for sustainability, the environment, ethics, and economics. Torrevento is particularly impressive in the latter respect. While aiming to produce the finest Italian wines, the local economy is also paramount. They believe it's crucial that residents surrounding the vineyards ultimately benefit from the tremendous success of Torrevento wines.\u003cbr\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"torrevento-e-arte-chardonnay","title":"Torrevento E Arte Chardonnay","description":"One of the world's most famous grape varieties has been simply brought together here by the Torrevento winery. Torrevento E Arte Chardonnay is the textbook example of authentic Southern Italian wine culture blended with modern practices. The result is truly enchanting. Torrevento E Arte Chardonnay offers typical Chardonnay notes, but with a little something extra. There's plenty of yellow fruit, but also hints of wildflowers and citrus compose the rich palate. The acidity on the finish is striking, and rather than being disruptive, it's incredibly thirst-quenching.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The wines of Torrevento\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nAnyone tasting Torrevento E Arte Chardonnay for the first time might not immediately think of Puglia as their origin. Puglia has been the home of local varietals like Primitivo, Negroamaro, and Verdeca for decades. However, a growing number of international all-rounders are finding their way to southern Italy. Torrevento has also given these grapes a chance and established them in its vineyards, which are located in the northern half of Puglia. Uniquely, it is situated in a national park, meaning that sustainability standards are exceptionally high. Torrevento has also held the unique Equalitas certification, which praises its sustainability, for over twenty years.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Chardonnay from Puglia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nIn the hilly landscape, situated on the best side for sunshine, the Chardonnay vines are neatly arranged in rows. This, combined with the rich limestone soil and the clay, ensures a moderate growing process that emphasizes the power of the Chardonnay grape. After harvest, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented. Only after four months of bottle aging can the general public enjoy Torrevento E Arte Chardonnay.","brand":"Goessens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775835672655,"sku":"13443","price":9.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/torrevento-e-arte-chardonnay_13443.webp?v=1771589044"},{"product_id":"torrevento-e-arte-verdeca","title":"Torrevento E Arte Verdeca","description":"A Puglia classic that has truly impressed our wine experts. Torrevento E Arte Verdeca may seem simple, but it's a remarkably well-structured glass that truly showcases the Verdeca's power. It's a wine where simplicity is the guiding principle. No frills or fuss with Torrevento E Arte Verdeca: simply a delicious white wine from Italy that makes an excellent aperitif but also perfectly complements a large bowl of seafood.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Torrevento wines from Puglia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nTorrevento E Arte Verdeca is produced by the Torrevento winery, a pioneer in Puglian wines. It is located in the north of Puglia, in a unique region. At the epicenter of the Alta Murgia National Park, you'll find the Torrevento vineyards. Nestled at the foot of the mighty Castel del Monte, which towers high above the rolling landscape, the immensely beautiful vineyards are clearly visible. The winemaker's meticulous attention to detail is evident, as the vineyards are meticulously maintained; their clean lines clearly define the landscape. Because the Verdeca terroir is rich in limestone, the grapes for Torrevento E Arte Verdeca are exceptionally fresh.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Impressions of Torrevento E Arte Verdeca\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nHarvest takes place in early September, when the grapes are full and robust. Harvesting in the early morning emphasizes the freshness of the Verdeca grape. After cold skin maceration and cool pressing, the delicate process of creating Torrevento E Arte Verdeca begins. Our wine experts adore it and regularly open a bottle with pleasure. The fresh green hues interplay with the ultimate freshness of fresh citrus. The delicate bouquet is striking, with ample room for floral notes. All in all, Torrevento E Arte Verdeca is a wine that perfectly balances acidity, freshness, and fruitiness.","brand":"Goessens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775937843279,"sku":"13444","price":8.28,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/torrevento-e-arte-verdeca_13444.webp?v=1771589047"},{"product_id":"torrevento-e-arte-nero-di-troia","title":"Torrevento E Arte Nero di Troia","description":"A Puglian wine through and through. From its appearance to its aroma and flavor, everything exudes Puglia. We adore this wine region in the far south of Italy; after all, it forms the heel of the Italian boot. This region was long considered the neglected child of Italian viticulture. However, local winemakers, including those at Cantine Torrevento, have invested significantly in their vineyards. And today, that investment is paying off handsomely, and Puglian wines are now a staple in the average wine cabinet.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The wines of Torrevento\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nCantine Torrevento is one of our buyers' newest discoveries. They constantly search Europe for the finest wines—the undiscovered gems. During one of those trips, we stumbled upon Cantine Torrevento, a winery where you're welcomed with open arms. Torrevento's goal isn't simply to produce the best wines; they want to do so with a healthy eye for the environment and the local economy. It's no wonder the locals hold Torrevento Winery in high regard.\n\n\n\n The vineyards lie at the foot of Castel del Monte, which towers high above the landscape. Facing the sun, the grapes can grow to their heart's content. The vineyards don't just grow typical Puglia grapes. The winemaker carefully selects the varietal for each plot to best express its characteristics. However, Nero di Troia, the star of this red wine, is a Puglian through and through. Something they clearly detect in the wine.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Buy Torrevento E Arte Nero di Troia wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe grapes for Torrevento E Arte Nero di Troia are of the highest quality. That is also the goal of Cantine Torrevento. They believe that if you have the best and finest grapes, the rest of the work is done by yourself. However, the winemaker does allow Torrevento E Arte Nero di Troia to age in the bottle for an additional 10 months, because this is precisely what creates the full and characteristic flavor of Nero di Troia. Take a sip, and your imagination will instantly transport you to Puglia. You'll be pampered by intense notes of raspberry and soft, small red berries. A striking spicy note of myrrh and fresh herbs is noticeable, giving Torrevento E Arte Nero di Troia that little bit of \"je ne sais quoi.\"","brand":"Goessens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775837605967,"sku":"13446","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/torrevento-e-arte-nero-di-troia_13446.webp?v=1771589045"},{"product_id":"torrevento-ottagono-castel-del-monte-nero-di-troia-riserva","title":"Torrevento Ottagono Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva","description":"Nero di Troia Riserva Ottagono di Torrevento is made from 100% Nero di Troia grapes. These grapes grow in a historic vineyard at the foot of Frederick II of Swabia's famous castle and are rooted in chalky and rocky soils at an altitude of approximately 480 meters above sea level. This makes this Nero di Troia Riserva a powerful wine with spicy notes. The flavor is very harmonious.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The renowned Torrevento winery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe story of Torrevento begins in the heart of the Alta Murgia National Park, Italy's first rural park, where the close connection between man and nature is central and where traditions go hand in hand with human activity and the environment. In 1948, the Liantonio family acquired the old Benedictine monastery and the 57 hectares of surrounding vineyards. Two years later, Gaetano Liantonio inherited the estate, renovated it, and continued production by creating a traditional wine cellar called Vinicola Torrevento.\n\n\n\n The Nero di Troia Riserva Ottagono from Torrevento is an excellent wine, thanks to its ripeness from 100 percent Nero di Troia grapes. Harvesting is carried out with care, with quality paramount. The wine is refined in oak barrels and barriques at the winery for approximately 18 months. Finally, the wine is aged for a further period in cement tanks and bottled.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The impressive flavors of Torrevento Ottagono Castel del Monte Nero di Troia Riserva\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Ottagono Nero di Troia Castel del Monte Riserva from Torrevento is a powerful ruby-red wine with purple highlights and an impressive aroma of ripe berries, interwoven with hints of Mediterranean herbs and subtle notes of licorice and dark spices. At first sip, the wine is full-bodied and harmonious, with dense tannins and an expressive, pleasantly long finish. This is the perfect accompaniment to savory red meat dishes.","brand":"Goessens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775853269071,"sku":"13992","price":30.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/torrevento-ottagono-castel-del-monte-nero-di-troia-riserva_13992.webp?v=1771589353"},{"product_id":"torrevento-bacca-rara-bombino-chardonnay","title":"Torrevento Bacca Rara Bombino Chardonnay","description":"This Bombino Chardonnay from the Torrevento winery is a blend where the winery combines the rare Bombino Bianco grape with Chardonnay grapes. Both grapes are sourced from the Castel del Monte region. To bring out the elegant and well-structured flavors, the wine is aged for six months in oak barrels.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The authentic flavors of Torrevento\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nTorrevento is a prestigious winery located in the Apulia region of southern Italy. Founded in 1948 by brothers Francesco and Domenico Liantonio, the winery has been renowned for its high-quality wines ever since. With over 70 years of winemaking experience, Torrevento has built extensive knowledge of both indigenous and international grape varieties. The winery produces not only single-varietal wines but also complex blends of different grape varieties. By combining modern technologies and traditional vinification methods, Torrevento creates wines of the highest quality with a unique flavor.\n\n\n \nThe Bombino and Chardonnay grapes are hand-harvested in September. After harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed under controlled temperatures. The wine is then fully aged in steel tanks for six months, followed by another six months in oak barrels. Finally, the wine is bottled and aged for a further period in the bottle before it is ready to drink. This process of aging in steel and oak barrels contributes to the wine's complexity and depth.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Taste the perfect blend of Bombino and Chardonnay in Torrevento Bacca Rara\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nTorrevento Bacca Rara Bombino Chardonnay has a beautiful straw-yellow color with golden highlights. Its refined bouquet evokes the scent of wildflowers and also has hints of exotic fruit. Upon tasting, you're greeted by a velvety, rounded texture, followed by notes of exotic fruit. The wine has a great body, making it an excellent after-dinner drink. In short, this wine is a refined and elegant combination of the indigenous Bombino grape and the international Chardonnay.","brand":"Goessens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775852875855,"sku":"14024","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/torrevento-bacca-rara-bombino-chardonnay_14024.webp?v=1771589361"},{"product_id":"torrevento-passione-reale-appassimento","title":"Torrevento Passione Reale Appassimento","description":"Travel to the sun-drenched vineyards of southern Italy with this Torrevento Passione Reale Appassimento. With its deep, rich color and enticing aromas, this red wine surprises with a full-bodied flavor and rich texture.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The perfect conditions for Torrevento wines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nFounded in 1948, Torrevento has built a strong reputation over the years. Located in sunny Puglia, the winery benefits from the region's rich terroir and favorable conditions. Torrevento manages over 450 hectares of vineyards, spanning Puglia's diverse microclimates and soil types. This allows them to cultivate a wide range of grape varieties, including native varieties such as Primitivo, Nero di Troia, and Bombino Nero, as well as international varieties like Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is committed to sustainable agricultural practices and combines traditional techniques with modern innovations to produce wines of outstanding quality.\n\n\n \nThe grapes come from vineyards on the Murga Plateau, at an altitude of 50 to 450 meters above sea level. The vines are deeply rooted in clayey, limestone soils. The grapes are allowed to dry out on the vine, contributing to the wine's distinctive character. This drying out intensifies the flavor and adds complexity. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks and large wooden barrels. The stainless steel tanks impart freshness and clarity, while the wooden barrels contribute to the complex aromas and soft tannins.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Enjoy the full Torrevento Passione Reale Appassimento\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nWith an intense ruby ​​red color, the Torrevento Passione Reale Appassimento appears in the glass. The aroma reveals an intense and full bouquet of dark berries and cherries, complemented by spicy notes of cocoa and licorice. On the palate, it offers a full flavor with a rich texture. The slightly sweet notes add an extra dimension, giving the wine a refined sweetness without being overpowering. This wine is ideal for pairing with classic red meat dishes, such as red meat, roasts, and game.","brand":"Sligro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775942430799,"sku":"14207","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/torrevento-passione-reale-appassimento_14207.webp?v=1771589472"},{"product_id":"torrevento-vigna-pedale-castel-del-monte-riserva-docg","title":"Torrevento Vigna Pedale Castel del Monte Riserva DOCG","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e Torrevento Vigna Pedale Castel del Monte Riserva DOCG\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eVigna Pedale is a Nero di Troia with class: deep ruby ​​red with a garnet hue, abundant juice, and an elegant, spicy finish. You'll taste ripe cherries and berries, subtle tobacco, and a lovely balsamic note, all in a Riserva that skillfully balances power and refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"361\"\u003e Vineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"723\"\u003e Italy • Puglia • Castel del Monte DOCG • Contrada Pedale.\u003cbr data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"424\"\u003e The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 400 to 500 meters on chalky clay. The freshness of the altitude and the Mediterranean sun combine to produce concentrated fruit with vibrant acidity. The vines are planted in a cordon speronato with approximately 4,500 plants per hectare, focused on ripeness and aromatic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eHarvesting begins late in the season, from late October to early November, allowing Nero di Troia to fully mature. After a long maceration, the wine ferments at a controlled temperature. It then ages for eight months in stainless steel for fruit purity and for 12 months in large oak barrels. This large oak barrel provides oxygen and texture without overwhelming the fruit. At around 13% alcohol, the style remains powerful but never heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e Nero di Troia 100%. This Pugliese variety produces dark cherries and berries, a noble tannin structure, and a fresh, savory undertone that truly shines at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e Tasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eDeep ruby ​​red with garnet hues. The aroma reveals small red and black fruits, light oak notes, a hint of tobacco, and roasted spices. The palate is full and supple, with ripe tannins, a hint of red fruit jam, and a long, perfectly balanced finish. 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