Cygnus Tenuta Regaleali - Tasca d'Almerita

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Tasca d'Almerita
Category
Red Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
13.5%
Vinification
Traditional red for 14 days at 28°C, is completely carried out even malolactic fermentation
Aging
14 months in French barriques, 30% new and 70% of second and third passage
Grape varieties
Nero d'Avola 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Hailing from Sicily, this wine offers an authentic taste of the local terroir. Its 13.5% alcohol content supports a rounded, well-integrated style. Crafted from Nero d'Avola 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon 40%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards in Regaleali Estate, in the center of Sicily, with cold winters and high temperature range summers, at an altitude of 450-900 m. above sea level. Vinification: traditional red for 14 days at 28°C, is completely carried out even malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged 14 months in French barriques, 30% new and 70% of second and third passage. A wine capturing Sicily's sun-soaked character and ancient viticultural roots.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, pairs ancient viticultural heritage with a dynamic modern wine renaissance.

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