Nose

Notes of berries and spices stand out to the nose with delicate hints of prunes and figs

Palate

Torre dei Venti has hints of ripe red fruit and spices that follow one another “taking” the palate on an exciting emotional journey.

Warm and enveloping on the palate. The great sapidity enhances
its aromas. The finish is long and pleasant.


Growing Conditions

Sapid, vibrant, majestic. Nero d’Avola is a great grape variety that gives life to this
full-bodied and harmonious red wine. The peculiar geological conformation of the
land and the breezy climate give the grapes unique and elegant characteristics.

- TYPE OF VITICULTURE: Espalier system

- VINEYARD LOCATION AREA: Erice DOC area

- ALTITUDE: 250/300 meters above sea level

- TYPE OF SOIL: Clayey

- EXPOSURE OF THE VINES: South – South/East

- TRAINING SYSTEM: Guyot

- STRAINS/HA: 4000

Harvest

The harvest is done manually, allowing the grapes to keep their integrity.

- GRAPE YIELD QUINTALS/HA: 60 q/ha

- HARVEST PERIOD: First ten days of September

Winemaking

The maceration at a controlled temperature releases an intense and decisive color.

Manual harvest, destemming, red vinification with traditional pressing of the skins, maceration at a controlled temperature between 25 and 28 ° C.

Aging

The aging is carried out in French oak barrels, which give the wine its valuable aromatic bouquet, making it soft and enveloping.

Elevage in French oak barrels for 8/10 months. Cold bottling and refining in
bottles for one year.

Appearance

Bright ruby red

Food Pairing

Perfect with grilled and roasted meat-based dishes and meatballs with sauce. Also good with cured meats and aged cheeses.