Cabernet Sauvignon 'Vigna San Francesco' Tasca d'Almerita

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Tasca d'Almerita
Category
Red Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Traditional fermentation in steel tanks, with maceration for 20 days
Aging
18 months in barriques of Allier and Tronçais (100% first-pass); rest in bottles for 6 months
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Hailing from Sicily, this wine offers an authentic taste of the local terroir. Its 14% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards from the calcareous plateau near Mossa with guyot system. Vinification: traditional fermentation in steel tanks, with maceration for 20 days. The wine is aged 18 months in barriques of Allier and Tronçais (100% first-pass); rest in bottles for 6 months. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

Wild mushroom risotto
Braised lamb with herbs
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Mature pecorino cheese
Grilled red meats and game
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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