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Tane Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC wine — Valle dell'Acate winery — Dionysus
RedSiciliaDOC

Tane Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC

by Valle dell'Acate · Sicily, Italy

AppellationSiciliaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesNero d'Avola
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for5–12 years
Bottled in0.75 l
Valle dell'AcateSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vines grow in loose, light clay soils with a high proportion of sand.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and undergo traditional fermentation.

Ageing

The wine matures in French oak barrels for 10–12 months, followed by 12–14 months in bottle.

Tasting profile

Rich and intense in flavour, with supple tannins and a generous character.

Serving and pairing

Pairs well with red meat, roasts, game stews and mature cheeses.

Label / history

Winemaker Gaetano Jacono created the wine and named it after himself: Tane is the Sicilian form of Gaetano.