Nero D'Avola
The King of Sicilian vines was born in the old family vineyard,
a small production in the “Masseria Vecchia” vineyard.
Intensely harmonious and with a good structure, it expresses itself with hints
of red berry fruit and spicy notes. We recommend it for convivial occasions.
Classification D.O.C. Sicilia
Variety: Nero D’Avola – BIO
Production Area:: Mazara del Vallo (TP)
Name of the Vineyard: Masseria Vecchia
Altimetry: 50 metri s.l.m.
Terrain:Medium calcareous mixture
Yield per hectare :90 q.li/ha
Planting density: 3.800 / 4.000 plants per hectare
Breeding System: Counter-espalier with spurred cordon pruning with 4 spurs
Harvest period: Production 2015, 12 Settembre
Winemaking technique: After destemming, the grapes ferment
in steel tank at controlled temperature with frequent pumping over, racking in soft press. The wine thus obtained undergoes malolactic fermentation in steel. Cold bottling. Refines for 6 months in the bottle.
Temperatura di fermentazione: 22 °C 25°C
Durata della fermentazione: 14/20 giorni
Dati Analitici: Alcol 13% vol
Come servirlo: Servito in calici di grande dimensione, arrotondato e panciuto, può essere stappato al momento, altrimenti un paio d’ore prima. Ottimo a 16°C 18°C
Intense ruby red
Intense with hints of red berry fruit, cherry, plum, with spicy and vanilla notes
Harmonious, persistent and with velvety notes. It pairs expertly with red meats, roasts and mature cheeses. Served at 16°C 18°C
