{"title":"Scala","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 28\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalabria’s best known wine region is Cirò, extending from the Ionian coast to the eastern foothills of La Sila, where Luigi Scala sees to his organic vineyards and hands-off winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's here that Gaglioppo is king. One of Italy’s oldest varieties, recent DNA studies have found that Gaglioppo is a natural crossing of Sangiovese and Mantonico. The name Gaglioppo is derived from a Greek word meaning ‘beautiful foot’, owing to its cherubic and plump ripe bunches. Most of the grapes farmed arre native varieties such as Greco bianco (different clone than the Greco di Tufo grape found in Campagnia), Gaglioppo, Magliocco, a tiny amount of Nerello Mascalese, Mantonico and Greco nero. The vines are cultivated in espalier on the hinterland plains and hills, on argillaceous and sandy soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"scala-2024-ciro-bianco","title":"Scala - 2024 Ciro Bianco","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Greco from the Scala family’s lowest vineyards, between 100 to 150 meters above sea level. Fermented and aged in stainless steel, this binanco is fresh and crisp with hints of white flowers, nuts and lemon, plus juicy tree fruits (pear, apple). Slight salinity; just enough to make you drool on your shirt. Some fresh rain on the pavement, too. Vibrant acidity, vibrant wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFun fact: Calabria is located at the ‘toe’ of the Italian peninsula, and Cirò is Calabria’s best known wine region. The town of Cirò was one of the original Greek settlements and the site of the earliest Olympic games, where an ancient version of Cirò wine was given to the winners as a prize!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46926017626365,"sku":"8032953520016","price":41.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6754\/4640\/files\/Winona-Wine-Scala-2024-Ciro-Bianco-Scala-Wine.png?v=1780369779"},{"product_id":"scala-2022-ciro-rosso-classico-superiore-doc","title":"Scala - 2022 Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore DOC","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Gaglioppo, an ancient native variety, from ‘vigneto Franza’ in Contrada Franza, land that has been in the Scala family since the 17th century. This rosso might be light in colour (characteristic of Gaglioppo) but it's BIG in tannins, so at Scala they age they wine for two years in big underground cement tanks. The nose is a little wild, exuding berry fruits and florals, plus spices, meat, cranberries, plums, leather and liquorice. The medium bodied palate orbits a sweet core of fruit and dusty tannins. Perfect food wine. We repeat: perfect food wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome fun facts: Calabria is located at the ‘toe’ of the Italian peninsula, and Cirò is Calabria’s best known wine region. The town of Cirò was one of the original Greek settlements and the site of the earliest Olympic games, where an ancient version of Cirò wine was given to the winners as a prize. Here, Gaglioppo is king. One of Italy’s oldest varieties, recent DNA studies have found that Gaglioppo is a natural crossing of Sangiovese and Mantonico. It's quickly taking centre stage and might just be the next Nerello!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46926017855741,"sku":"25903","price":43.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6754\/4640\/files\/Winona-Wine-Scala-2022-Ciro-Rosso-Classico-Superiore-DOC-Scala-Wine.png?v=1775268281"},{"product_id":"scala-2024-ciro-rosato","title":"Scala - 2024 Ciro Rosato","description":"\u003cp\u003eA unique and refreshing rosato that's delicious with Italian antipasti – DO IT. It's 100% Gaglioppo, given about 12 hours skin contact to extract a pale strawberry pink with orange intonations. Just a hint of the grape's abundant tannins, here. Whiffs of peach, watermelon and blood orange woo you into the glass where you're greeted with a slippery, seductive mouthfeel and a palate of strawberry, melon, peach and citrus, underscored by bitter marmalade. Characteristic wet slate notes on the nose and palate. Mmmm, fresh rain... \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome fun facts: Calabria is located at the ‘toe’ of the Italian peninsula, and Cirò is Calabria’s best known wine region. The town of Cirò was one of the original Greek settlements and the site of the earliest Olympic games, where an ancient version of Cirò wine was given to the winners as a prize. Here, Gaglioppo is king. One of Italy’s oldest varieties, recent DNA studies have found that Gaglioppo is a natural crossing of Sangiovese and Mantonico. It's quickly taking centre stage and might just be the next Nerello!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scala","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47004598108413,"sku":"8032953520030","price":41.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6754\/4640\/files\/Winona-Wine-Scala-2024-Ciro-Rosato-Scala-Wine.png?v=1777955922"}],"url":"https:\/\/checkout.notwasted.com.au\/collections\/scala.oembed","provider":"NOTWASTED","version":"1.0","type":"link"}