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Corvo Glicine Rosso IGT wine — Duca di Salaparuta winery — Dionysus
Red

Corvo Glicine Rosso IGT

by Duca di Salaparuta · Sicily, Italy

TypeRed
Grapesother red varieties
Alcohol12.0%
SweetnessOff-dry
ColourRed
Colour depthMedium
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Duca di SalaparutaSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The native red grape varieties are grown in the central and western Sicilian areas of Agrigento and Caltanissetta, at 100–250 m above sea level. The vineyards have predominantly mixed soils with significant limestone content. Vines are trained on vertical trellises and planted at more than 4,000 vines per hectare. The climate brings mild winters and hot, dry summers.

Vinification

Harvest runs from the second half of September through the first week of October. Traditional vinification includes maceration on the skins. Each grape variety undergoes malolactic fermentation separately, followed by filtration; the resulting wines are then blended.

Ageing

The blend matures in large enamel-lined tanks for at least five months, followed by two months in bottle in cool cellars.

Tasting profile

Pleasant and well-balanced, with a distinctive yet approachable character.

Serving and pairing

Suitable for everyday meals, including light dishes and snacks.

Label / history

Corvo wines have been sold for more than 200 years.