{"product_id":"2018-nativ-rue-333-taurasi-docg-12x750ml","title":"2018 Nativ Rue 333 Taurasi DOCG 12x750ml","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"One of Luca Maroni's Best Wines of the Year\" ~ 96 pts, Luca Maroni\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwned by Mario Ercolino (Mind Behind Feudi San Gregorio's Success)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelected by ONE of ONLY 450 Italian Wine Ambassadors in the World \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour Years Of Aging — Two In French Oak, Two in the Bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrilliant Ruby, Marasca Cherry, Licorice, Velvety Texture\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust one hour’s drive from the cultural epicenter (and the city where pizza was born) of Naples and the storied ruins of Pompeii, you'll find Nativ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNativ Winery, was founded in 2008 in the heart of Irpinia, Paternopoli, by the talented duo of \u003cb\u003eDr. Mario Ercolino, a world-famous winemaker, and Dr. Roberta Pirone\u003c\/b\u003e, a food science expert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor those who don’t know, \u003cb\u003eDr. Mario Ercolino is a titan in the Italian wine industry\u003c\/b\u003e. If you've heard of the iconic \u003cb\u003eFeudi di San Gregorio, a cult favorite among Italian wine lovers, it's thanks to Ercolino, who redefined Southern Italian wine and put that winery on the map\u003c\/b\u003e. He was also at the helm of San Marzano, producing some of the highest-awarded wines from Puglia. Now, his focus is on his own brand Nativ from Irpinia, a region poised to rival the world's most celebrated winegrowing areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eJust to put this into perspective,\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eIrpinia is a \u003cb\u003eland of rich, volcanic soils and stunning landscapes\u003c\/b\u003e, perfect for growing outstanding wines. At Nativ, they focus on iconic varieties like Fiano di Avellino, Greco di Tufo, Falanghina, and the powerful \u003cstrong\u003eAglianico – a grape known for its bold flavors and incredible aging potential.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNativ’s wines are made from native grapes (hence the name) that have defined the region for centuries, representing the true essence of “Made in Italy.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe winery is located on the picturesque volcanic slopes of Taurasi, in Paternopoli, a region with a rich history dating back to the 4th and 3rd centuries B.C. According to Wine Enthusiast Magazine, Taurasi wines are \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e“Structured, complex and boasting serious aging potential, Taurasi is southern Italy’s answer to Piedmont’s Barolo and Tuscany’s Brunello di Montalcino.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTaurasi's wines are special.\u003cb\u003e They come from ancient vines rooted in\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e volcanic soils that originates from ancient eruptions of nearby volcanoes, including Mount Vesuvius. \u003c\/b\u003eThese eruptions deposited layers of ash, pumice, and basalt, \u003cb\u003ecreating a mineral-rich and well-drained soil that is perfect for cultivating the Aglianico grape. \u003c\/b\u003eThese unique soils and terroir combine to create \u003cstrong\u003esome of the most interesting and delicious wines in the world\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are singular wines that reflect the incredible history of winemaking in the region, \u003cstrong\u003ea tradition that predates the arrival of the Greeks in Italy in the 8th century BCE\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn one of Greg Martellotto’s incredible journeys to Italy, he discovered Nativ Winery. \u003cb\u003eAs one of only 415 \"Italian Wine Ambassadors\" in the world, \u003c\/b\u003eGreg was so impressed by Nativ's exceptional wines that he decided to import them directly to One Vine Wines. \u003cb\u003eGreg says, \"These are not the rustic wines of old that require decades of aging. \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOne of the most successful qualities of the wines from Nativ is how generous they are. These are not shy wines.\u003c\/strong\u003e They are big, bold, and vibrant with bright fruit, a touch of oak, and immediately accessible.\" We’re proud to be the direct importers of this stunning gem, bringing you the very best of Irpinia!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaurasi sits in the volcanic hills of Campania, where Aglianico — the grape Pliny the Elder called \"Vitis Hellenica\" \u003c\/strong\u003e— builds wines that age like Barolo and hit with the structure of serious Nebbiolo. The comparison isn't poetic; it's earned. This is southern Italy's answer to Piedmont, and at this price, it's the arbitrage play of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNativ Rue 333\u003c\/strong\u003e ages this Aglianico for two years in French oak barriques, then rests it another two years in bottle before release — four years from harvest to your glass. That's the discipline required to earn the Taurasi DOCG, and it's the reason this bottle drinks like something twice the price. The name honors the countries where Aglianico thrives; the wine honors the patience required to let it speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrilliant ruby red. Intense ripe fruit on the nose, marasca cherry and licorice on the palate. Harmonious and velvety, with structure that rewards decanting. Serve at cellar temperature, 15–18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eReviews\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e~96 Luca Maroni\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nativ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44355406200945,"sku":"JIT-NATRU18OVW","price":355.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2807\/6776\/files\/2018NativRue333TaurasiDOCG12x750ml.webp?v=1788303960","url":"https:\/\/onevinewines.com\/products\/2018-nativ-rue-333-taurasi-docg-12x750ml","provider":"One Vine Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}