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Nero d’Avola wine — Cusumano winery — Dionysus
Red

Nero d’Avola

by Cusumano · Sicily, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesNero d'Avola
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
CusumanoSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Sicily has a sunny, warm climate with marked differences between day and night temperatures, which allows wines that are both rich and fresh. Together with the terroir and the island soils, this climate shapes the wine's energy, brightness and elegance. The vineyards are planted at 5,000 vines per hectare, with a yield of 60 hl/ha. The moderate yield helps concentrate flavours and aromas.

Vinification

The grapes are destemmed and then cold-macerated on the skins for 2 days at 10 °C, which brings out bright aromas and gentle floral notes without heaviness. Fermentation takes place at 26–28 °C with frequent pump-overs and punch-downs, extracting colour, tannins and aromatic compounds. Malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks.

Ageing

The wine rests on fine lees for at least 5 months, then ages in bottle. These steps give structure, a silky texture and greater depth of flavour.

Tasting profile

Elegant, lively and refined, combining strength and finesse. Bright aromas with gentle floral notes. The profile is deep yet elegant, with a silky texture and a balance of ripe fruit and freshness.

Serving and pairing

Suited to roast meat.