I Turrizzi Etna Rosso 2018

I Turrizzi Etna Rosso 2018

I Turrizzi, 0,75 l - 13.50%
100% Nerello Mascalese

£ 20.64
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Sicily - Italy
Red 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
I Turrizzi Etna Rosso 2018
"It is imperfect, the image inspired by the Oinochoe, the Greek vase from the 4th century B.C. of Paolo Vagliasindi's collection, kept in the Prison Castle of the municipality of Randazzo. It is imperfect, like the rugged, haughty and rugged earth that envelops the landscape on the northern slopes of Mount Etna. Here, in the estate I Turrizzi, ancient and sculptural vines, sink rebellious and unpredictable roots among the sands and stones of volcanic origin. The red wine, son of this land, absorbs its character, essential and full of noble elegance".

Colour

Ruby red.

Bouquet

Fruity bouquet, accompanied by notes of violet.

Flavour

Fresh, savoury, full, round on the palate.

Pairing

Meat
Cheese
Pork

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Features

Name I Turrizzi Etna Rosso 2018
Type Red still
Classification DOC Etna Rosso
Year 2018
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 13.50% by volume
Grape varieties 100% Nerello Mascalese
Country Italy
Region Sicily
Origin Castiglione di Sicilia (CT), Solicchiata locality, Contrada Moganazzi
Climate Altitude: 670 m. a.s.l. Exposure: North, North-East.
Soil composition Deep black soil with presence of sand, rich in minerals.
Cultivation system Sapling and spurred cordon.
No. plants per hectare About 7.000 plants per hectare (sapling) and about 3.500 plants per hectare (spurred cordon).
Yield per hectare 60 q.
Harvest Last two weeks of October.
Vinification Fermentation in stainless steel.
Ageing 10 months in used barriques.
Production year 16,000 bottles
Allergens Contains sulphites

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2018
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