Gulfi Nerojbleo Nero D'Avola Red, 750ml, Sicily, Italy, 2019
The Varietal
Nero d’Avola is a varietal named after Avola, a small town near Pachino in the province of Siracusa, Sicily, where it has been selected by local growers several hundred years ago.
Vineyard & Winemaking
Vineyards: Different vineyards located in the countryside of Chiaramonte Gulfi and Ragoleti.
Vine training system: organic, without irrigation.
Altitude: 450 m a.s.l.
Climate: temperate mediterranean.
Type of soil: limestone clay.
Plant density: 8000 vines per hectare.
Yield per Hectare: 80 quintals.
Vinification: Grapes, harvested in late September, start fermentation into red wine through a long maceration on their skins.
Aging:
The wine is aged in barriques and tonneaux of French oak, capacity 225L and 500L for 12 months.
Tasting notes
Colour: intense ruby red.
Nose: ethereal, intense, characteristic, red fruits with hints of vanilla.
Palate: elegant harmonious, lingering on the palate.
Country of Origin:
Italy
Region / Appelation / Cru:
Sicily / Ragusa, Monte Iblei
Certification:
IGT / Organic / Sustainable / Biodynamic
Grape Varieties:
100% Nero D'Avola
Vintage:
2019
Alcohol:
14.5%
Producer:
Gulfi Cantina
Ratings:
Wine Advocate: 90 pts (2015 Vintage)
James Suckling: 93 pts (2015 Vintage)
Nero D'Avola Wine: 92pts (2015 Vintage)
Vinous (Antonio Galloni): 91 pts (2016 Vintage)
Food Pairing:
Serving temperature: 18-20°C
Storage: horizontal in a cool place at a constant temperature not exceeding 18°C.
Aging capacity: its characteristics remain unchanged for a long time in bottle before becoming more austere and mature after 3-4 years after harvest.