Terre Siciliane IGP Pignatello 2015 Barone di Serramarrocco

The origins of the Barone di Serramarrocco estate are very ancient. In the 17th century, King Philip IV of Spain and Sicily gave Antonio Marrocco y Orioles an agrarian fief in the area of Erice and Trapani, which still forms the heart of the property today. The estate covers about sixty hectares of which 22 are intended for vineyards, which are located at about 300 meters above sea level, in a sunny hilly area a step away from the sea. The good temperature ranges and constant ventilation favour slow ripening with particularly rich aromatic profiles.

Barone di Serramarrocco comes from a careful selection of Pignatello grapes from the Sammarcello vineyard, grown with high plant density and low yields. It is a red of great territorial typicality, an authentic expression of the native grape variety that has always been present in these lands. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks at a controlled temperature, with long maceration on the skins. Aging takes place in medium toasted Allier oak tonneaux for a period of 18 months.

Ruby red in colour with garnet reflections, it gives aromas of small dark berry fruits, hints of vanilla, spices and licorice. On the palate, it has ripe tannins and a rich and complex sip, with a very persistent finish.

To combine with grilled meats or roast beef.