Nero d’Avola is believed to originate from the town of Avola itself, near Syracuse in south-east Sicily.
The fruit for this vintage 2020 SUADELA Nero d’Avola grew on two 25-year old parcels of the Suor Marchesa vineyard in Butera-Riesi, at 15 kilometers from the southern coast. Although the exposure is south, the cool Mediterranean breeze slows the ripening of the fruit, allowing for lower alcohol levels.
Alcoholic fermentation at controlled temperatures in stainless steel, and the wine is subsequently matured for 12 months in French barriques.
Deep, vibrant ruby red colour, with violet hints and an inviting perfume of black cherry, plum, blackberry, licorice, clove and oriental spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with lots of mouthfeel, smooth tannins and exudes herbal and spicy flavours which match its fruity nature. Complex, ripe yet fresh, with a finish of spice, red fruits and toast. Drink now and through 2029.
Facts
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Grape Variety
Nero d’Avola 100% -
Region
Sicilia -
Comune
Butera - Riesi (CL) -
Vineyard Parcel
Suor Marchesa -
VINEYARD PARCEL SIZE
0.5 hectare
300 metres -
ALTITUDE
200 metres
0.8 hectare -
SOIL
Calcareous clay, sub-alkaline -
EXPOSURE
South -
AGE OF VINES
20 years
25 years -
VINE DENSITY
5,000 per hectare -
PRESSING
Soft pressing after
destemming -
MACERATION
Controlled temperature, steel -
FERMENTATION
Controlled temperature, steel -
AGEING
12 months in barriques -
ALCOHOL BY VOLUME
13.5% -
PRODUCTION
2,000 bottles
