Nerello Mascalese 'A' Culonna' Vini Scirto

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Vini Scirto
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Vini Scirto
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel tanks. Without added sulphite and without filtrations
Aging
18 months in big and small used oak barrels
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese, with small percentage of Nerello Cappuccio
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Produced in Sicily, this wine reflects a genuine sense of place. Its 14% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese, with small percentage of Nerello Cappuccio , this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards ungrafted centenary vines on volcanic soil at an altitude of 650 meters from Contrada Feudo di Mezzo. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel tanks. Without added sulphite and without filtrations. The wine is aged 18 months in big and small used oak barrels. A wine capturing Sicily's sun-soaked character and ancient viticultural roots.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

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

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