The Terre Siciliane Syrah IGT "Calanìca" from the company. Duca di Salaparuta comes from pure syrah grapes harvested by hand in the second half of September. A wine with fruity and spicy aromas, ample on the palate, it proves that Syrah has found fertile soil in Sicily.
Tasting Notes.: by. cruby red color intense. On the nose, fruity notes give way to spicy notes and black pepper. On the palate it is ample, with noticeable but balanced tannins accompanying the sip.
Pairings: mxtremely versatile at the table, this red is ideal along with earthy first courses, but it also has a way with savory fish appetizers.
Name | Duca di Salaparuta Calanica Syrah 2023 |
Type | Still red wine |
Classification |
IGT Terre Siciliane
|
Year | 2023 |
Format | 0.75 l Standard |
Grade alcohol | 12.50% by volume |
Grape varieties | 100% Syrah |
Country |
Italy
|
Region | Sicily |
Location | West-central Sicily |
Climate | Insular-Mediterranean tending to warm-arid. Altitude: upper to 200 m. above sea level. |
Soil composition | Mixed calcareous-siliceous composition. |
Farming system | Raised in counter-espalier system, with medium to high density of vines per hectare. |
Harvest | Grapes harvested by hand in the second half of September. |
Vinification | Traditional fermentation, with a balanced maceration on the skins, followed by a careful malolactic fermentation. |
Aging | Temperature-controlled until January. One month in bottle at controlled temperature. |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Matching | Earthy appetizers, Mature cheeses |
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