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NERO D'AVOLA RIPASSO WINE
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From the vinification of Nero d'Avola and a subsequent refermentation technique, halfway between the Venetian "ripasso" and the Tuscan "governo", on the marc of the Frappato passito, Vena is born. Deep but at the same time delicate, broad and intriguing in its varied bouquet. It expresses a slight sweetness, never excessive, supported by good acidity and fragrance, the result of the unusual combination of the two varieties.
For this Nero d'Avola Frappato, the particular technique of "ripasso" was chosen, marrying the Nero with fermented pomace of our passito di Frappato, which is not by chance called Between Heaven and Earth. Its passage on the pomace for a certain period manages to give it an extreme elegance, a vein of sweetness, precisely, bringing forth a treasure of perfumes.
Vena achieves the goal of softening the severe character of Nero d'Avola, obtaining a slightly sweet version of the great Sicilian wine, but without resorting to wood.
Origin : Hills around Licodia Eubea
Vineyards : From vineyards facing east, in the Dirillo river valley.
Grape varieties : Nero d'Avola and Frappato
Harvest : Last week of September
Vinification : Brief pre-fermentation maceration of Nero d'Avola, followed by fermentation in stainless steel at 28\30 degrees. Subsequent passage on Frappato passito pomace and further long maceration.
Alcohol content : 14.5%
Color : Vivid ruby red with purple reflections
Aroma : Intense and varied. The small black fruits and notes of dried fruit and jam are combined with delicate floral scents and spicy notes.
Taste : Round, soft and complex. The combination of sweetness, pleasant tannic texture and acidic vein, gives the wine a beautiful harmony and balance.
Aging potential : 5/7 years.
Serving temperature : 16/18 degrees
Minimum purchase 36 bottles .
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