Nose
red fruits—raspberry, red cherry, and strawberry—mingle with notes of black pepper and tamarind
Palate
It is a dry wine with medium acidity, low tannin, high alcohol and light to medium body.
Growing Conditions
TYPE OF SOIL: Clay, Limestone (Nero d’Avola), volcanic (Nerello Mascalese)
CULTIVATION SYSTEM: 220 x 90 cm espalier
STRUCTURE DENSITY: 5000 plants per hectare
YELD GRAPE/HA: 70 - 90 quintals per hectare
Harvest
September
Aging
6 months stainless steel and at least 2 months bottle aging
Appearance
Violet edge and ruby red core
Food Pairing
Grilled meat
young to medium aged cheeses