Etna DOC Sosta Tre Santi Nerello Mascalese 2012 Nicosia

The Nerello Mascalese Sicily of the Sosta Tre Santi line of Nicosia was born in vineyards located on the western side of Etna.

It is produced entirely with Nerello Mascalese grapes, harvested and selected only by hand between the second and third week of October. After a short cold maceration, fermentation takes place, with maceration in contact with the skins, at a controlled temperature of 22 ° C for 3 weeks. After malolactic fermentation in barriques, the wine ages for 12 months in French oak barriques and for a further 8 months in bottle, before being marketed.

This Nerello Mascalese is characterized by a ruby red color. The nose opens with a pleasant spicy aroma, enriched with notes of red fruit and aromatic herbs, accompanied by evident balsamic hints. On the palate it is full, elegant and harmonious, with a good persistence.

Perfect to accompany red meats and game roasts, it is ideal in combination with cold cuts and aged cheeses.