Nero d'Avola di Sicilia IGT
- Country: Italy
- Region: Sicily
District: Giarre - Varietals: 100% Nero d'Avola
- Varietals: Single vineyard and vintage
- Alcohol: 13.0%
- Aging: Extended maceration of the grapes followed by minimum 6 months in French oak barrels and refined up to 3 months in bottle
- Bottle: 750ml
Winemaker: Tenute Borghi
Wine Notes:
The #1 most popular and undisputed gem of Sicilian wine making.
It is named after Avola, a small town in the far south of Sicily and its wines are compared to new world Shirazes with sweet tannins and plum or peppery flavors. It also contributes to Marsala blends which are some of the most popular wines from Sicily.
The most important and #1 grape in Sicily, is the most well-known and most grown grape on the entire island of Sicily. By total volume it is the most grown grape in the world.
"The Black Grape of Avola" appears to have been selected by growers near Avola several hundred years ago. Initially, it was confined to the southern tip of the island but more recently has spread throughout the island and north throughout the mainland of Italy. However, the best examples of Nero d'Avola wines are still produced in this part of Sicily due to excellent climate and soils. Nero d´Avola now grows throughout the region and the wines that are produced take on their own special characteristics depending on the part of the island or counry in which they are grown. Today it is one of the most well-known wines from all of Italy, both in quality and for its value.
Winemaker Notes:
The grapes of this wine are harvested by hand to ensure the highest quality. A classic style southern gem, at sight this wine is an intense ruby red color with hints of garnet. The nose is seductive, with floral and ripe fruit aromas that fill the room upon opening, with pleasing hints on vanilla. A well structured and balanced wine of fruit, spice, and earthy tones, revealing the unmistakable origin of this expertly crafted wine, that mingles well with firm, silky tannins and a long fulfilling finish that is sure to please.
Wines from this appellation are usually suited to moderate aging and may also be drunk young.
At its best when opened 30 minutes or longer prior to serving.
Pairing:
Pairs well with roasted or grilled meats and pork, hearty pasta, spicey dishes.
