Faro Palari

Faro DOC • Sicily • Palari
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Palari
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Faro DOC
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Whole cluster pressing on vertical press for 50% of the grapes, destemming by hand, maceration on the skins for 3-4 days for the other 50%, spontaneous fermentation in steel for 2-3 weeks. Without filtrations or clarifications
Aging
18 months in small new barrels of Allier and Troncais, then at least 18 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 50%, Nerello Cappuccio 30%, Nocera 10%, other vines 10%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Faro DOC captures the distinctive personality of Sicily terroir. With 14.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 50%, Nerello Cappuccio 30%, Nocera 10%, other vines 10%, 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 torgiano area from 200-300 mt above sea level on limestone and clay soil. Vinification: whole cluster pressing on vertical press for 50% of the grapes, destemming by hand, maceration on the skins for 3-4 days for the other 50%, spontaneous fermentation in steel for 2-3 weeks. Without filtrations or clarifications. The wine is aged 18 months in small new barrels of Allier and Troncais, then at least 18 months in bottle. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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