Tasting note
Deep, intense ruby. Complex and expressive, with ripe blackcurrant, blueberry and black cherry, layered with cocoa, cedar, rosemary, leather and subtle balsamic notes. The palate is powerful yet polished, with dense, refined tannins, vibrant acidity and concentrated dark fruit. Long and persistent, with savoury Mediterranean nuances and a beautifully integrated finish. A sophisticated Sicilian interpretation of a Bordeaux blend, combining power, depth and elegance.
Viticulture
A 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Cabernet Franc blend from selected vineyards in Menfi and Sambuca di Sicilia. The Dispensa vineyard sits at 75 metres, while Maroccoli reaches 430 metres. Vines are espalier-trained with spurred cordon pruning, on clay-calcareous and limestone-rich soils. Cultivation follows the SOStain® protocol.
Vinification
Hand-harvested grapes are gently crushed and destemmed before fermentation in stainless steel. Fermentation lasts 6–8 days with short, gentle pump-overs, followed by 12–15 days of maceration. Malolactic fermentation takes place in steel, followed by 16 months’ maturation in first-use French Allier oak barriques.
Food Match
A bold, energetic wine that shines on its own or paired with hearty dishes like casseroles, game, grilled radicchio with mature cheese, or caramelized roast onions.
| Closure | Natural Cork | ||||
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| Suitable for | Vegans Vegetarians | ||||
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| pH | 3.58 | ||||
| Total Acidity | 5.99g/l Tartaric | ||||
| Residual Sugar | 3.9g/l | ||||
| Allergens | Sulphur | ||||
| SKU Code | 36486121 |