Frank Cornelissen
Magma Rosso Contrada Barbabecchi 2021
| Denomination | DOC Sicilia Nerello Mascalese |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Aging | In neutral fibreglass vats from 1,200 to 2,500 litres for 18 months, and a further 18 months in bottle. Clarification: No. |
Description
This is our 'Grand Vin' from the vineyard in contrada Barbabecchi at 910m above sea level, planted around 1910 with north-north-east exposure, which receives the first, cool rays of the morning sun. This pure Nerello Mascalese from old, free-range vineyards produces a deep, rich and elegant wine with character, personality and great finesse. Produced only in the best vintages when it reaches full phenolic ripeness.
Awards
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2021
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2021
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- Hectares: 24
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| Name | Frank Cornelissen Magma Rosso Contrada Barbabecchi 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Sicilia DOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Frank Cornelissen |
| Origin | Frazione Solicchiata, municipality of Castiglione di Sicilia |
| Climate | Altitude: 870-910 m. a.s.l. Exposure: North, North East. |
| Wine making | Destemming and light crushing of the grapes. Fermentation: Start with a pied-de-cuve of only indigenous yeasts and contact on the skins for about 50 days. |
| Aging | In neutral fibreglass vats from 1,200 to 2,500 litres for 18 months, and a further 18 months in bottle. Clarification: No. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |