Nero d'Avola Duca Enrico Duca di Salaparuta

Nero d'Avola Duca Enrico Duca di Salaparuta is one of Sicily's most prestigious and well-known wines, produced by the historic Duca di Salaparuta winery. This wine is an emblem of the Sicilian territory, in particular of the area of Avola, from which the grape it is produced is named. The area of Avola is characterized by a Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and hot, dry summers. The soils are mainly calcareous and clayey, with the presence of minerals that give the wine its unique characteristics. The vineyards are espalier-trained, with a planting density of about 4500-5000 vines per hectare. Nero d'Avola Duca Enrico is made exclusively from Nero d'Avola grapes, harvested by hand in small boxes during the harvest, which takes place between late September and early October. The grapes are then selected and destemmed, before being sent to fermentation. The production process involves temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation, followed by maceration on the skins for about 10-12 days. Next, the wine is racked off and sent to malolactic fermentation, which takes place in French oak barrels where the wine remains for about 18 months. After aging in wood, the wine is bottled and left to age in bottle for at least 12 months before being released. Nero d'Avola Duca Enrico Duca di Salaparuta has an intense ruby red color with garnet highlights. The nose offers a complex and enveloping bouquet, with notes of ripe red fruit, spices and vanilla. The palate is full, soft and velvety, with a long and persistent finish. This wine pairs perfectly with red meat dishes, game and aged cheeses. It is a wine that can be enjoyed immediately, but also has great aging potential.