AQUILAE BIO NERO D’AVOLA .

Wine type red – Sicilia DOC Grapes 100% Nero d’Avola Area of production Agrigento area, south west Sicily Soil type sandy-silt soils, of medium consistency with an alkaline reaction due to the presence of limestone Altitude of vineyards from 2o0 m to 600 m a.s.l. Average age of vines 20 years Training system predominantly VSP (vertical shoot positioning), with renewable spurred cordon espalier Plants/hectare 4000 - 5000 Yield/hectare 90 quintales Harvest mid-September Fermentation traditional in red Maceration 6/8 days in vintner at 26ºC with 4 daily repassings of must over the grape dregs Malolactic fermentation totally carried out Ageing 4 months in reinforced concrete tanks Bottle ageing 2 months Serving temperature 18°C Suggested glass type medium-sized balloon glass Tasting notes Colour deep and bright ruby red with strong violet hints; Bouquet rich in wholesome and clean sensations, ranging from red plum to cherry, from Mediterranean herbs to plain chocolate, interwoven by exceedingly pleasant nuances of black pepper; Taste full and decisive taste, very vivacious; remarkable welloutlined tannins, dense, soft and gentle; Food pairing perfect with red roasted meat-dishes and medium aged cheeses.