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Falde Nerello Mascalese-Syrah-Frappato Terre Siciliane IGT wine — Nicosia winery — Dionysus
Red

Falde Nerello Mascalese-Syrah-Frappato Terre Siciliane IGT

by Nicosia · Sicily, Italy

TypeRed
GrapesNerello Mascalese, Frappato, Syrah
Alcohol13.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
NicosiaSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Nerello Mascalese grows at high altitude on Etna, in mineral-rich volcanic soils. The Syrah and Frappato come mainly from sandy hills around Vittoria.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand in September. They undergo one day of cold maceration, followed by fermentation for 10–15 days at a controlled temperature of 22–24 °C.

Ageing

The wine ages in stainless-steel tanks and then matures in bottle for a further 3–4 months.

Tasting profile

The nose is intensely fruity and spicy. The palate is harmonious, with a lingering finish.