Grapes: Best selected 100% Nero d’Avola grapes, from west Sicilian vineyards in Menfi area.
Vinification: Classic red vinification: soft pressing, fermentation and maceration with the skins at 28-30 °C. for 10 days
Tasting Notes: Deep ruby red color with violet reflections. Rich, spicy bouquet with hints of green pepper, currant, blackberry, raspberry and plum. Dry, enveloping and full flavor with notes of red fruit, tobacco and vanilla. Sweet, soft and ripe tannin.
Food suggestions: Excellent with pasta dishes, red and braised meats, game and cheeses.
Serve at 16-17 °C. To drink within 5 years from the harvest.
Analysis:
Alcohol: 13.5% vol*
(* Depending on the year, the analytical values may vary slightly)
Total acidity 6 g/l;
Residual sugar 8,5 g/l.