{"product_id":"2024-ciu-ciu-merlettaie-offida-pecorino","title":"2024 Ciù Ciù 'Merlettaie' Offida Pecorino","description":"\u003cp\u003eNamed after the traditional lace makers of Offida, Merlettaie brings together local craft, hillside vineyards and one of the Marche’s most distinctive white grapes. This is Pecorino with texture and brightness, shaped by the clay-rich soils of Offida and Acquaviva Picena, where the variety finds both aromatic lift and natural structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from 100% Pecorino, the wine comes from vineyards at 280 metres above sea level and is harvested by hand at the end of September. \u003cspan\u003eFermentation takes place in medium-sized oak barrels, where the wine remains on its fermentation lees for 6 months, followed by 3 months of bottle refinement\u003c\/span\u003e, giving the wine more depth and roundness while preserving its fresh, mineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it shows a straw-yellow colour with golden reflections. The nose is expressive and layered, with yellow apple, peach, citrus peel, wild flowers, aromatic herbs and a light honeyed note. On the palate, it is dry, textured and savoury, with ripe fruit, fresh acidity and a persistent mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fuller and more structured expression of Pecorino, combining Marche freshness with gentle oak texture and gastronomic depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect with seafood, grilled fish, white meats, vegetable dishes, fresh cheeses, saffron risotto and lightly spiced cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe: 10–12 °C\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2025–2029\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47862636773527,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/ciuciumerlettaiepecorino.png?v=1780456600","url":"https:\/\/bricchiandbarrett.com.au\/products\/2024-ciu-ciu-merlettaie-offida-pecorino","provider":"Bricchi and Barrett","version":"1.0","type":"link"}