The Terre Siciliane IGT "Duca Enrico", a pure nero d'avola, represented a turning point for the winery's Duca di Salaparuta and for the whole oenology. The first vintage of this nero d'avola dates back to 1984; in those years the Duca di Salaparuta, matured the intent to invest in a new product capable of reaching the highest qualitative expressions, decided to engage in research and experimentation in order to identify those areas, those systems of cultivation and winemaking more suitable to reach as soon as possible that goal.
It was immediately evident that the best results were expressed by the potentialities of nero d'avola, prince of Sicilian wines and grape varieties, cultivated in the traditional tree form, in a particular territory such as the plain of Gela.
Since then, "Duca Enrico" has become an expression of a very selected nero d'avola, obtained from the best and traditional vineyards cultivated on the clayey and fertile lands of the hinterland of the Gulf of Gela.
The fertility and quality of this land favor the cultivation of black grapes, offering, together with the climate, particularly mild in winter and dry in summer, ideal conditions for the nero d'avola to express itself at its best.
Tasting Notes: by. cruby red color with garnet hues. The nose is intense and complex, with distinct hints of ripe fruits, iris and spices.
The palate is round, with good structure, personality and high persistence.
Pairings: eccellent with red meats, it is also excellent with cheeses to medium seasoning.
| Name | Duca Salaparuta Duca Enrico 2015 |
| Type | Still red wine |
| Classification |
IGT Terre Siciliane
|
| Year | 2015 |
| Format | 0.75 l Standard |
| Grade alcohol | 14.00% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nero d'Avola |
| Country |
Italy
|
| Region | Sicily |
| Location | Casteldaccia (PA) |
| Climate | Mild winters with very dry springs and summers. Altitude: 200-300 m. above sea level. |
| Soil composition. | Mixed limestone-siliceous composition. |
| Farming system | Sapling |
| No. of plants per hectare | 5000 |
| Yield per hectare | 1.2 kg (max.). |
| Harvest | Manual, at perfect ripeness. |
| Vinification | Destemming of grapes, maceration at 28-30 °C for 8 to 10 days and subsequent malolactic fermentation. |
| Aging | At least 18 months in French oak barrels in which it acquires complexity, style and longevity. 18 months in bottle at controlled temperature to complete the organoleptic qualities and enhance the characteristic bouquet. |
| Production vintage | 15,000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulfites |
| Matching | Excellent with red meats, medium-aged cheeses and savory dishes. Ideal as a meditation wine. |
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