Quercus Nero d'Avola
DOP (Denominazione di Origine Protetta)
Grapes used: Nero d'Avola.
Yield per hectare: 80 quintals
Harvest: Late september.
Bottling: Single batch.
FERMENTATION
Method: Maceration in stainless steel vats.
Temperature: 24°C - rising to 32°C. at end fermentation.
Duration: 10-12 days.
Malolactic: Yes.
Oak ageing: 24 months.
Type of barrells: Nevers, Allier.
Ageing: in 225 liters barriques.
Bright ruby-red color with violet edges.
Fragrant and complex aroma with hints of fruits and oak.
The palate is stylish refined, warm and dry, with great body and character.
ACCOMPANIMENT
Serve at 16-18°C. with all full-bodied dishes.
Nero d'Avola:Considered the most Sicilian red berry wine. It is also the best know and requested around the world. Its presence on the island dates back to the Phoenician period but its cultivation began thank to the Greeks
AWARDS
2021 - ANNUARIO LUCA MARONI - annata 2015: 93/100
2019 - VINITALY - annata 2015: 90/100
2014 - BRUXELLES - annata 2012: 80,42/100
2013 - PRAMAGGIORE - annata 2007: Bacco d'Argento Regionale
2013 - PRAMAGGIORE - annata 2007: Medaglia d'oro
2011 - SELEZIONE DEL SINDACO - annata 2007: Medaglia d'argento
2011 - VINITALY - annata: 2007 Gran Menzione
2011 - PRAMAGGIORE - annata: 2007 Medaglia d'oro
2011 - PRAMAGGIORE - annata: 2007 Bacco d'Argento Regionale
