Nero d'Avola Cartagho 2021

Description

Cartagho from the Mandrarossa winery is part of a family of Sicilian wines typical of the Menfi area, in the province of Agrigento. A Nero d'Avola typical of extremely careful local production, it is classified as an ICG Sicilia DOC, a still red, balanced, smooth and with typical Sicilian aromas. The production area is characterized by the Mediterranean climate of the southern coast of Sicily, with prolonged periods of drought and the influence of the sea with its sea breezes capable of mitigating the severe heat of the territory. The strong insulation, the particularly dry climate and the presence of hills with an altitude of just over 150 meters above sea level favor the growth of grapes rich in tannins and particularly aromatic. Sicily's winemaking tradition has its roots in the times of Magna Graecia, where wine production was held in high regard. The entire terroir, entirely exposed to the southwest, is characterized by diverse microclimates and sharp temperature variations due to the interaction between the hills, the sea, and the arid climate. The medium-textured, sandy soil facilitates the cultivation of Nero d'Avola vines, enriching the wine's bouquet with distinct Mediterranean characteristics. Cartagho is obtained from maceration of the grapes at a controlled temperature for about ten days. It is then aged in barriques for a year before bottling. An elegant and refined wine, typical of a land, Sicily, capable of producing highly prized wines recognized throughout the world.

Details

Perfume

Intense notes of wild blackberries and marasca cherries.

Color

Bright, deep red with purple reflections.

Taste

Distinct and deep with hints of dates and maritime pine.

Serve at:

16 - 18 °C.

Longevity:

05 - 10 years

Decanting time:

1 hour

Producer

Producer

Mandrarossa (Settesoli)

From this winery

The Mandrarossa wines, are made in Menfi, in Sicily, and have always been a brand that symbolises the reputation of Cantine Settesoli.Xtrawine offers you a wide variety of choices of Mandrarossa wines that have received major awards from Gambero Rosso, from the best vintages of 2016 and 2017.Mandrarossa, through vigorous experimentation both in the cellar and in the vineyard, succeeds in flanking the cultivation of classic grapes of Grillo, Grecanico, Nero d'Avola and Zibibbo with international varieties such as Chardonnay, Merlot, Viognier, Cabernet sauvignon, resulting in wines that stand out for their fruity and elegant notes.All of this translates into the production of unique Timperosse and Urra di Mare, which are capable of enveloping you with the typical warmth of Sicilian wines. Read more

Sicily

Technical Sheet

Name	Mandrarossa Nero d'Avola Cartagho 2021
Type	Red still
Denomination	Sicilia DOC
Vintage	2021
Size	0,75 l
Alcohol content	13.5% by volume
Grape varieties	100% Nero d'Avola
Country	Italy
Region	Sicily
Vendor	Mandrarossa (Settesoli)
Origin	Menfi (Agrigento)
Climate	Altitude: 150 m. a.s.l. Exposure: South-west.
Soil composition	Sandy, medium-textured.
Plants per hectare	4,000-4,200 plants/hectare
Yield per hectare	9,500 kg/hectare
Wine making	Maceration of the grapes for 8 0 days at 22-25°C.
Aging	12 months in barrique followed by bottle ageing for 4 months.
Allergens	Contains sulphites