| Country |
Italy |
| Region |
Sicily |
| Wine Type |
Red |
| Grape Variety |
98% Nerello Mascalese, 2% Nerello Cappuccio |
| Vineyard Location |
Contrada Pontale Palino, Solicchiata di Castiglione di Sicilia, 800 m. a.s.l. |
| Soil |
Lava (lava flow of 1881) |
| Harvest |
Second half of October, manual, in 20 kilos crates |
| Vinification |
Gentle destemming and maceration with skin contact. Fermentation at controlled temperature with constant pumping of must over grapes and wine-pressing. Malolactic fermentation triggered by native yeasts |
| Aging |
About 40 months in large french oak casks then at least 6 months in bottle |
| Organic Certifications |
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| Environmentally Friendly |
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| Alcohol Vol |
14.5% |
| Color |
Intense ruby |
| Aroma |
Intense, little red fruits, tobacco, cherry with a balsamic note |
| Taste |
Extremely elegant, complex, balanced, fresh |
| Food Pairing |
Best served with red meats, mature cheeses, food with intense taste |
| Serving Temperature |
18°-20° C / 64° – 68° |
| Standard Bottle Size (L) |
0.75 |
| Association |
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