Tasca d'Almerita
La Monaca Syrah 2022
| Denomination | DOC Monreale Syrah |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Syrah |
| Aging | Aged for 14 months in 350-litre French oak barrels |
- Grape variety and designation: 100% Syrah Monreale DOC, Sicily, 2022 harvest
- Aged in wood: 14 months in 350-litre French oak barrels
- Aromatic profile: notes of blackberry and black cherry, liquorice, vanilla and a spicy balsamic finish
- Taste and structure: enveloping and balanced on the palate, well-integrated tannins and long persistence
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour at 16–18 °C; ideal with pork dishes and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
La Monaca Syrah by Sallier de la Tour is a still red wine that expresses the essence of the Monreale region. Made from Syrah grapes, it displays a deep ruby red colour. On the nose, it offers an intense bouquet dominated by blackberry, black cherry and balsamic notes, enriched by a strong spicy character and hints of liquorice. On the palate, it delivers a full and balanced sip, characterised by perfectly integrated tannins that lead to a persistent finish. This Sicilian wine is best enjoyed at the table with pork-based dishes and cheeses.
Where it comes from
The vineyards are located in the Monreale area, in western Sicily, cultivated at three hundred and fifty metres above sea level with a north-east exposure. The vines grow on sandy and clay soils, well-drained and well-aerated, capable of limiting vegetative vigour to encourage excellent aromatic concentration. The entire estate follows the principles of organic and sustainable agriculture, tending the espalier-trained rows with care for the ecosystem, in order to achieve balanced yields and respect the natural vocation of the land.
How it is produced
The harvest takes place in September, followed by traditional red fermentation at a controlled temperature for fifteen days. Afterwards, the wine completes malolactic fermentation, stabilising its structural harmony. The maturation period continues for fourteen months in French oak barrels, which define its olfactory complexity by imparting elegant vanilla nuances. To best appreciate its profound character, it is recommended to decant for one hour before serving in the glass.
History and Curiosities
The name “La Monaca” pays tribute to the historic cellar of Tenuta Sallier de La Tour, founded in 1909 in Camporeale. This elegant single-varietal Syrah represents a noble Sicilian expression, the result of organic and sustainable farming carried out at an altitude of 350 metres. Aged for 14 months in French oak barriques, it offers an enveloping sip with velvety tannins, enhanced by intense aromas of blackberry, vanilla and liquorice. Awarded 89/100 by Vinous, this wine from the prestigious Monreale DOC guarantees a long finish and an unforgettable spicy imprint.
Awards
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2022
2One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1830
- Oenologist: Laura Orsi
- Hectares: 697
The Tasca family is internationally recognized for its pioneering role in modern Sicilian winemaking. Since 2001, Tasca d’Almerita has pursued a project focused on enhancing native grape varieties in the island’s most vocated territories. Alongside Regaleali—the historic estate spanning approximately 500 hectares—new estates have been added: Capofaro on the island of Salina, Tascante on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, Whitaker on the island of Mozia, and Sallier de La Tour in the Monreale DOC.
In 2019, Tasca d’Almerita was named "European Winery of the Year" by Wine Enthusiast magazine. In 2021, it became one of only 24 wineries worldwide to be awarded the prestigious "Green Emblem" for sustainability by Robert Parker – Wine Advocate. Since March 2023, already a Benefit Corporation, it has earned the esteemed international B Corp certification, joining a select group of companies committed to the highest standards of social and environmental sustainability. In 2025, Tasca d’Almerita received the "Historic Brand" recognition and was officially registered in the Special Register of Historic Brands of National Interest by the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy. Read more
| Name | Sallier de La Tour La Monaca Syrah 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Monreale DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Syrah |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Tasca d'Almerita |
| Story | History and CuriositiesThe name "La Monaca" pays tribute to the historic cellar of Tenuta Sallier de La Tour, founded in 1909 in Camporeale. This elegant single-varietal Syrah represents a noble Sicilian expression, the result of organic and sustainable farming carried out at an altitude of 350 metres. Aged for 14 months in French oak barriques, it offers an enveloping sip with velvety tannins, enhanced by intense aromas of blackberry, vanilla and liquorice. Awarded 89/100 by Vinous, this wine from the prestigious Monreale DOC guarantees a long finish and an unforgettable spicy imprint. |
| Origin | Monreale (Palermo) |
| Soil composition | Sandy-textured soil (37.4% sand and 12.5% clay), well-aerated, highly free-draining and therefore drier, which makes the vine less vigorous. |
| Cultivation system | Spalliera |
| Yield per hectare | 8,500 kg/hectare |
| Harvest | 8 September |
| Fermentation temperature | 25–30 °C |
| Fermentation | 15 giorni |
| Production technique | Traditional red fermentation |
| Wine making | Traditional red fermentation (15 days at 25–30 °C); complete malolactic fermentation; aged for 14 months in 350-litre French oak barrels. |
| Aging | Aged for 14 months in 350-litre French oak barrels |
| Total acidity | 6.06 gr/L |
| PH | 3.58 |
| Residual sugar | 1.9 gr/L |
| Year production | 14000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |