Cantine Ermes

Epicentro Nero d'Avola Riserva

Sicilia

$ EUR

Release Price

Drink Window

14%

ABV

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Nose

Epicentro has a wide and elegant bouquet, enhanced by pleasantly integrated hints of mineral and wild fruit with delicate hints of cherry.

Palate

In the mouth it has a sweet and soft taste, the tannins are perceptible and well-balanced- The aftertaste is fruity, armonic, long and persistent.

Growing Conditions

- PRUNIG SYSTEM: Double Guyot
- SOIL: Black soil up to 200 meters a.s.l.

Harvest

The grapes are picked up by hand in small boxes at the first week of September.

Winemaking

The grapes are hauled in small containers and are gently stemmed to better preserve the integrity of the grape skin. Fermentation occurs at a controlled temperature, between 21o and 26o C and is characterised by remontage and délestage.

Aging

Once maceration is complete, the wine is placed in oak tonneaux where it undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for about 18 to 20 months. Aging is completed inside the bottle lying on its side.

Appearance

Nero d’Avola Riserva with intense ruby red colour with violet reflections.

Food Pairing

Spaghetti alla Norma, medium cheeses, grilled meats, lamb stew.

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