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Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Passopisciaro
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Passopisciaro
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
15%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in steel vats for 15 days. Malolactic fermentation in oak casks
Aging
In oak casks for 18 months
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Produced in Sicily, this wine reflects a genuine sense of place. Its 15% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards 100 years old vines site at 800-1000 meters above sea level. Yield per hectare to 20 quintals. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in steel vats for 15 days. Malolactic fermentation in oak casks. The wine is aged in oak casks for 18 months. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game

About Sicily Wine Region

Sicilian producers blend indigenous grapes with international varieties, reflecting the island's rich cultural mix.

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