About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
The vineyards are in Niscemi, in the province of Caltanissetta, at 100 m a.s.l. The vines are trained to spurred cordon at a density of 6,000 plants per hectare, with a yield of 60 q/ha. The technical sheet characterises the ground as medium-textured with a sandy tendency, while the wine page uses the broader description “loose.”
Grapes
100% Cabernet Sauvignon. The first vintage was 2007.
Vinification
Harvest takes place in October. Fermentation is carried out in temperature-controlled steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation.
Ageing
The wine matures for 10 months in barriques, split between 50% new and 50% second-use barrels, followed by eight months in bottle.
Technical data
Red wine of substantial structure and longevity. Available in a 750 ml format.
Tasting profile
Cabernet’s usual vegetal character is absent. The wine is structured and possesses a polyphenolic profile suited to extended ageing.
Serving and pairing
Pair with red meat, roasts, kid or lamb. Porcini mushrooms and aged cheeses are also recommended.
Label / history
The label was designed by Missoni.
