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.