Tasca d'Almerita
Nozze d'Oro 2023
| Denomination | DOC Contea di Sclafani Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 79% Ansonica/Inzolia, 21% Sauvignon |
| Aging | Aged in steel tanks with yeasts for 4/5 months, then in bottle for 6 months. |
Description
What kind of wine is it
Nozze d’Oro by Tasca d’Almerita is a Sicilian white wine from the Contea di Sclafani area. This blend harmonises the structure of Inzolia with the finesse of Sauvignon. Aged on fine lees in stainless steel, it reveals remarkable ageing potential. The bouquet offers notes of apple, peach and honey, intertwined with hints of citrus, white flowers and mineral nuances. On the palate, it is fruity, supported by a pronounced acidic freshness that leads to a satisfying finish of ripe yellow fruit.
Where does it come from
The grapes are grown in the vineyards of the Regaleali Estate, located in the hilly Palermo area within the Contea di Sclafani. The continental climate of the inland, combined with excellent sun exposure, promotes full ripening of the bunches. Inzolia grows at five hundred metres altitude on clay and limestone soils, while Sauvignon is cultivated up to seven hundred metres on sandy soils rich in a saline layer. The espalier training system optimises vegetative development, giving this wine a distinct aromatic precision and a solid structure.
How is it produced
The harvest takes place between the end of August and September, with the varieties picked separately. The low-temperature fermentation lasts about fifteen days in stainless steel tanks, preserving the integrity of the fruit. Afterwards, the wine matures on fine lees and rests for several months in the bottle before release. This process yields a white wine with pronounced aromatic complexity, characterised by elegant longevity, ideal for accompanying vegetable-based dishes and assorted cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Created in 1984 to celebrate the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Count Giuseppe Tasca and dedicated to his wife Franca, this white wine represents the soul of a historic winery active since 1830. The exclusive celebratory cuvée blends the complex structure of Inzolia with the aromatic vibrancy of Sauvignon, ensuring remarkable longevity. Born from meticulous zoning within the Regaleali Estate, it expresses a unique elegance, confirmed internationally by the excellent ratings from Decanter and James Suckling.
Awards
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2023
91/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2023
94/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- 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 | Tenuta Regaleali Nozze d'Oro 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Contea di Sclafani DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 79% Ansonica/Inzolia, 21% Sauvignon |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Tasca d'Almerita |
| Story | History and Curiosities Created in 1984 to celebrate the fiftieth wedding anniversary of Count Giuseppe Tasca and dedicated to his wife Franca, this white wine represents the soul of a historic winery active since 1830. The exclusive celebratory cuvée blends the complex structure of Inzolia with the aromatic vibrancy of Sauvignon, ensuring remarkable longevity. Born from meticulous zoning within the Regaleali Estate, it expresses a unique elegance, confirmed internationally by the excellent ratings from Decanter and James Suckling. |
| Origin | Tenuta Regaleali, Palermo, Sicilia |
| Climate | Inland continental climate |
| Soil composition | Inzolia on calcareous clay soils, Sauvignon on fine-grained sandstone sands |
| Cultivation system | Espalier |
| Plants per hectare | On average 3,500 for Inzolia and 4,160 for Sauvignon |
| Yield per hectare | Inzolia: 5 t/ha; Sauvignon: 9 t/ha |
| Harvest | August and September |
| Fermentation temperature | 16–18 °C |
| Fermentation | 15 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation at low temperature in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature (16–18 °C), with ageing on fine lees in steel and subsequent maturation in bottle |
| Wine making | Fermentation at low temperature in stainless steel tanks (16–18 °C) for 15 days; ageing on fine lees in steel for 4–5 months, then maturation in bottle for 6 months. |
| Aging | Aged in steel tanks with yeasts for 4/5 months, then in bottle for 6 months. |
| Total acidity | 6.2 gr/L |
| PH | 3.48 |
| Residual sugar | 3.5 gr/L |
| Dry extract | 25.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |