170 Perricone

Perricone is a rare indigenous variety, widespread in western Sicily.

Difficult, grumpy but complex and fascinating.

Cultivated in dry conditions, with low yields per hectare, it gives a great red wine, with excellent longevity.

Harvest period: first ten days of October

Vinification system: maceration with the skins for 15 days, with inoculation of selected Sicilian indigenous yeasts

Soft pressing

Vinification and aging in stainless steel silos at a controlled temperature for 10 months

Malolactic fermentation done

Alcoholic degree: 13% vol.

Colour: inky ruby red, almost blue

Nose: balsamic notes of cherry. licorice

cocoa and coffee powder

Taste: marked and graceful tannins, consistent 

with the nose. Very long finish

Serving temperature: 18/20 ° C