Sicilia DOC Nero d'Avola con Leggero Appassimento Lu Meli 2022 Li Ciuri

The wine Lu Meli by Li Ciuri is a pure Nero d'Avola made from slightly dried grapes. A triumph of colors that stand out in a colorful mosaic, "Li Ciuri," means the flowers in the Sicilian dialect, representing a tribute to its terroir of origin, both in the label reminiscent of the Caltagirone ceramics, and in its name, which weaves an authentic bond with Sicily.

The Nero d'Avola grapes are harvested and selected in September, after undergoing a drying period on the vines. The bunches are then moved to a drying room and properly arranged so that natural climatic conditions lead to dehydration of the grapes with subsequent concentration of sugars. The yield of the must is very low, one-quarter of the original weight of the grapes. The bunches are subsequently destemmed and vinified. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature, followed by aging for about 4 months in 500-liter tonneaux.

In the glass, the wine appears bright and intense purple in color. On the nose, it releases pleasant honey scents, accompanied by fruity notes such as plum, black cherry, currant, blueberry, and blackberry. On the palate, it is soft, warm, with a fragrant and persistent finish.

Excellent with grilled meats, stewed game, and aged cheeses.