Wines made from Nero d'Avola grapes of Sicile - Page 3
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More informations about the variety Nero d'Avola
Most certainly of Italian origin, more precisely from Sicily where it is very well known. It should be noted that a certain number of Italian grape varieties bear the synonym or name "calabrese", whether or not followed by an epithet, and care should be taken not to confuse them. Calabrese is also known in the United States, Italy, Bulgaria and Malta. In France, it is virtually absent from the vineyard, although it is listed in the Official Catalogue of Wine Grape Varieties, list A1.
More informations about the region of Sicile
Sicily is the Southernmost region of Italy, and the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. For over 2500 years, Sicily (Sicilia in Italian) has been an important centre of Mediterranean viticulture, although the reputation and style of its wines have changed considerably over time. The island was once best known for its Sweet muscatels (see Pantelleria), and later for its fortified Marsala. Today, many of its best-known wines are Dry table wines produced under the regional designation IGT Terre Siciliane, or Sicilia DOC (see below).
What are the typical flavors of the Nero d'Avola grape variety?
- Red fruitPresent in 77% of Nero d'Avola
- OakPresent in 75% of Nero d'Avola
- Black fruitPresent in 71% of Nero d'Avola
- EarthPresent in 66% of Nero d'Avola
- Non oakPresent in 60% of Nero d'Avola
- SpicesPresent in 60% of Nero d'Avola
- Dried fruitPresent in 35% of Nero d'Avola
- MicrobioPresent in 33% of Nero d'Avola
- CherryPresent in 21% of Nero d'Avola
- Red fruitPresent in 16% of Nero d'Avola
- PlumPresent in 16% of Nero d'Avola
- OakyPresent in 15% of Nero d'Avola
- VanillaPresent in 15% of Nero d'Avola
- VegetalPresent in 15% of Nero d'Avola
- BlackberryPresent in 14% of Nero d'Avola
- PepperPresent in 13% of Nero d'Avola
- Citrus fruitPresent in 12% of Nero d'Avola
- LeatherPresent in 12% of Nero d'Avola
- EarthyPresent in 12% of Nero d'Avola
- FloralPresent in 11% of Nero d'Avola
News about the grape variety Nero d'Avola
Annual Christie’s sale of DWWA wines fetches more than £53,000 for charity
Taking place on the 1st December at Christie’s London headquarters, the auction was made up of 87 lots which opened the Finest and Rarest Wines & Spirits auction. Bidding took place in the spectacular auction room where a selection of DWWA award winners was also available to taste before and throughout the auction. The DWWA auction attracted buyers from all over the world, across four continents. The rise and rise of Burgundy As noted by Christie’s wine specialist and auctioneer Charlie Fole ...
Kylie Minogue launches her wine range in the US
The ‘Spinning Around’ singer launched the wines on her birthday in 2020 as part of a collaboration with London-based Benchmark Drinks. The firm, founded by former Accolade Wines chief executive Paul Schaafsma, specialises in celebrity partnerships. It has also launched wines in tandem with Sarah Jessica Parker, Ian Botham and Graham Norton. Yet the Kylie Minogue range has been one of the star performers, selling 3.5 million bottles in the UK and a further 1.5 million bottles in 15 international ...
Sebastian Payne MW retires from The Wine Society
Having joined The Wine Society’s team in 1973 as promotions manager, Payne became the head buyer in 1985. He stepped down from this position in 2012, when Tim Sykes took over, but has remained on the buying team ever since. As part of his responsibilities, Payne has bought in every region throughout the years but, in recent years, focused mainly on Italy and Bordeaux. He was also instrumental in introducing wines from Eastern Europe and Greece to the portfolio. The Wine Society described Payne’s ...
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