Terre del Sommacco
The true expression of the world renowned Sicilian native variety. The Nero d’Avola how it was and how it should be, produced from two vineyards planted on 100% limestone soils.
Territory of origin
Menfi, south-west of Sicily
Grape variety
100% Nero d'Avola
Classification
Red Sicilia DOC
Harvest time
1st week of september
Vinification
Maceration and fermentation for 6/8 days at 22-25°C. Maturing for 8 months in concrete tulipe and 19 months in large barrels. Refinement requires a minimum of 8 months in the bottle.
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100% Nero d'Avola
Terroir
Vineyards are stretched along south-west facing hills on limestone soils
Altitude
310mt above sea level
Vine density
Espalier-grown and guyot-pruned, (conservative method), is of 4000 plants/ha.
ALCOHOL X% by VOLUME
14% vol
Winemaker's advices
Tasting notes
Fragrant and pleasantly fruity, with notes of cherry, blackberry and pansy; on the palate it is soft, fruity, with delicate tannins and vivid freshness.
Service temperature
16-18°C
Fresh
Structured
Smoothie
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Pairings
Braised in red wine
Stuffed turkey roast
Grilled fillet
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The study on the grapes’ behavior and the intense micro-vinification activities have led to the introduction of several wines into the product line, some of which, unique for the Sicilian panorama.