Zisola (Mazzei)
Noto Rosso 2022
| Denomination | DOC Noto Rosso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 90% Nero d'Avola, 10% Syrah |
| Aging | Aged for 16 months in small 225-litre French oak barrels (50% new). |
- Name and vintage: Noto Rosso DOC 2022, 0.75 l bottle
- Grapes and style: Nero d’Avola with added Syrah; full-bodied, smooth and elegant
- Aromas: Notes of wild berries, blackberry, orange zest and spices, with a toasted finish
- Production: Vinified in steel, aged in French oak for 10 months
- Pairings: Ideal with roasts, fish soups and cheeses. Serve at 16-18°C
Description
What kind of wine it is
Zisola is created from a meticulous blend of Nero d’Avola and Syrah grapes in the Noto area. This red wine expresses aromas of wild berries, blackberry, orange zest and spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied and layered, offering a smooth texture that balances the richness of the fruit with subtle toasted notes. Its complex structure pairs perfectly with roast red meats, spicy fish soups and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The Zisola estate, owned by Mazzei, is located in south-eastern Sicily, in the Noto area. The vineyards are cultivated using the alberello system on bright, south-east facing limestone slopes, about one hundred and thirty metres above sea level. The climate features hot summers with marked temperature variations, constantly tempered by the sea breeze. These specific environmental conditions allow the vines to develop intense aromas, resulting in a wine with an elegant character and a clear sense of place.
How it is produced
The grapes are harvested exclusively by hand to preserve their integrity. Temperature-controlled fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks for about two weeks, maintaining the freshness of the bunches. Afterwards, the wine matures in French oak barrels for ten months, gaining elegant and well-integrated nuances. This meticulous maturation process ensures a final result with a harmonious profile, enhancing the natural complexity of the fruit.
History and Curiosities
Located in south-eastern Sicily, near Noto, the Zisola estate embodies the meeting of the centuries-old heritage of the Mazzei family and an extraordinary region. Founded in 2003, this winemaking project unfolds among ancient farmhouses, olive groves and citrus orchards, where vines trained in the alberello style sink their roots into sunlit slopes and calcium-rich soils. This precious synergy gives rise to a Noto Rosso with a strong personality, expertly matured in French oak barriques to offer a complex, elegant and unforgettable sip.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2003
- Oenologist: Gionata Pulignani
- Bottles produced: 150.000
- Hectares: 24
A property of 50 hectares, the area extends around the 3 buildings "bagli" of the estate, of which the main one enjoys a wonderful view over Noto and the surrounding "gardens" cultivated with vineyards, citrus trees, olives, and almonds. Here a small but efficient winery is provided with stainless steel vats with temperature control for winemaking and about 350 oak barrels for fining the wines. Read more
| Name | Zisola Noto Rosso 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Noto DOC |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 90% Nero d'Avola, 10% Syrah |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Zisola (Mazzei) |
| Story | History and Curiosities Located in south-eastern Sicily, near Noto, the Zisola estate embodies the meeting of the centuries-old heritage of the Mazzei family and an extraordinary region. Founded in 2003, this winemaking project unfolds among ancient farmhouses, olive groves and citrus orchards, where vines trained in the alberello style sink their roots into sunlit slopes and calcium-rich soils. This precious synergy gives rise to a Noto Rosso with a strong personality, expertly matured in French oak barriques to offer a complex, elegant and unforgettable sip. |
| Origin | Noto (Siracusa) |
| Climate | Cold winters with occasional frosts and low rainfall; hot summers with significant temperature ranges and light rain in September; the sea breeze moderates the temperature |
| Soil composition | Medium texture, predominantly limestone. |
| Cultivation system | Alberello |
| Plants per hectare | 5,500–5,550 plants/ha |
| Harvest | From late August to early September (manual harvest) |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 - 30 °C |
| Fermentation | 14 - 16 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; maturation in small 225-litre French oak barrels |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting starting from early September. Fermentation for 14–16 days at 28-30°C in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Maturation for 16 months in small 225-litre French oak barrels (50% new). |
| Aging | Aged for 16 months in small 225-litre French oak barrels (50% new). |
| Total acidity | 6.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |