Nicosia Fondo Filara Cerasuolo di Vittoria Bio 2017

Nicosia Fondo Filara Cerasuolo di Vittoria Bio 2017

Nicosia, 0,75 l - 13.50%
60% Nero d'Avola, 40% Frappato

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Sicily - Italy
Red organic still

How to serve

Serve at:

16 - 18°C.

Decanting time:

1 Hour

Longevity:

10 - 15 years

Glass:
Full Bodied and Very Aged Red Wines
Nicosia Fondo Filara Cerasuolo di Vittoria Bio 2017
A typical red wine from southeastern Sicily that combines the intensity of Nero d’Avola and the freshness of Frappato. The floral and fruity notes, together with a warm, full-bodied and harmonious taste, create a perfect blend of persistence and drinkability.

Colour

Cherry red.

Bouquet

A rich aromatic profile featuring notes of red fruit and floral hints.

Flavour

Warm, full-bodied and smooth taste with evident sweet tannins.

Pairing

A wonderful accompaniment to roasts, grilled meats, game, eggplant ‘caponata’ and semi-aged cheeses, such as Ragusano DOP.

Meat
Game
Cheese
Matured cheese
Pork
Spicy food

Features

Name Nicosia Fondo Filara Cerasuolo di Vittoria Bio 2017
Type Red organic still
Classification DOCG Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico
Year 2017
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 13.50% by volume
Grape varieties 60% Nero d'Avola, 40% Frappato
Country Italy
Region Sicily
Origin Trecastagni (Catania).
Climate Altitude: 200 m. a.s.l.
Soil composition Sandy.
Cultivation system Espalier spurred cordon for the Nero d’Avola grapes, Guyot for the Frappato grapes.
Harvest By hand with crates, in the end of September.
Fermentation temperature 24-26 °C
Vinification Grapes are macerated for 10-15 days at a controlled temperature of 22-24°C. The fermentation lasts for about 10-15 days at a controlled temperature of 22-24°C.
Ageing Mainly in stainless steel vats, 5-6 months in barrique and at least 6 months in the bottle.
Allergens Contains sulphites
Pairing A wonderful accompaniment to roasts, grilled meats, game, eggplant ‘caponata’ and semi-aged cheeses, such as Ragusano DOP.

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Vintage

Bibenda
 
4 bunches of grapes - A high quality wine with distinctive character 2017
James Suckling
89/100 
2017
Veronelli
 
2 red stars - A high quality wine with distinctive character 2017
xtraWine
89/100 
2017
Robert Parker
89/100 
2013
Nicosia
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