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Altavilla della Corte Cabernet Sauvignon wine — Firriato winery — Dionysus
Red

Altavilla della Corte Cabernet Sauvignon

by Firriato · Sicily, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesCabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
FirriatoSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow at the Borgo Guarini estate in Trapani. The vineyards are situated at 250 metres above sea level on clay-limestone soils, with southern and south-western exposure.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand in mid-September. Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature, using a traditional red-wine method, and is followed by malolactic fermentation.

Ageing

The wine ages for seven months in French and American oak barrels, followed by three months in bottle.

Serving and pairing

Serve in wide wine glasses.