{"product_id":"early-mountain-foothills-2024","title":"Early Mountain Foothills Red 2024","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eEarly Mountain Foothills Red 2024 comes from Early Mountain Vineyards in Virginia's Blue Ridge foothills near Madison. Since opening, the winery has become one of the leading voices for Virginia wine, focusing on estate and locally sourced fruit that reflects the state's unique growing conditions. Their philosophy centers on thoughtful farming, careful vineyard selection, and wines that balance quality with a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eFoothills Red is crafted as the winery's most approachable and versatile red blend. The 2024 vintage combines cabernet franc, merlot, petit verdot, and tannat from select Virginia vineyards. Cabernet franc and merlot provide the wine's juicy fruit and freshness, while petit verdot contributes spice and structure and tannat adds depth and backbone. The blend is designed to showcase Virginia's strengths while remaining easy to enjoy both on its own and at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eEach variety is fermented separately before the final blend is assembled. The wine is aged in oak, though the emphasis is on preserving freshness and fruit character rather than highlighting barrel influence. The result is a medium bodied red with notes of blackberry, black cherry, plum, dried herbs, and baking spice. Bright acidity and supple tannins make it approachable in its youth while still offering enough complexity to keep things interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1646\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFoothills Red has become a favorite introduction to Virginia wine because it combines generosity, balance, and value. It pairs naturally with charcuterie, grilled meats, burgers, roast chicken, and barbecue, making it a reliable bottle for both casual gatherings and weeknight meals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"William's Corner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51314347147579,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/4991\/3915\/files\/EarlyMounainFoothills2023.png?v=1743131113","url":"https:\/\/flightwineshop.com\/products\/early-mountain-foothills-2024","provider":"Flight Wine Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}