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WhiteAlcamoDOC

Rapitala Alcamo DOC

by Tenuta Rapitalà · Sicily, Italy

AppellationAlcamoDOC
TypeWhite
GrapesCatarratto
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at8–10 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Tenuta RapitalàSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from vineyards in the coastal region of Alcamo, at elevations of 300–550 m.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested in early September and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature to preserve Catarratto’s characteristic flavours.

Tasting profile

Fresh and elegant.

Label / history

The estate’s name means “river of Allah” in Arabic. Tenuta Rapitalà was founded in 1971 by Count Bernard Hugonis della Gatiné, who rebuilt its cellars and winery after they were almost completely destroyed in the Belice Valley earthquake.