Wines made from Nero d'Avola grapes of Riesi

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More informations about the variety Nero d'Avola

Full-bodied, warm reds with deep colour and generous alcohol, with aromas of blackberry, black cherry jam, plum, liquorice, chocolate and Mediterranean spice. Ripe tannins and a broad, sunny finish. The star of Sicily (Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC, Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG blended with Frappato, Eloro DOC). Native Sicilian variety, also called Calabrese, the most planted on the island.

More informations about the region of Sicily

DOC at the extreme south-eastern tip of Sicily (Ragusa and Syracuse provinces, Pachino, Portopalo, Noto, Rosolini), calcareous-clay soils under intense sunshine. Nero d'Avola (>=90%) reigns in a solar, fleshy red with intense black cherry, blackberry, candied plum, Mediterranean herbs and a balsamic touch, round tannins. Calabrese and Frappato as lighter complements with red fruits. Pachino Nero d'Avola star.

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