Faro Palari

Faro DOC • Sicily • Palari
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Palari
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Faro DOC
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Whole cluster pressing on vertical press for 50% of the grapes, destemming by hand, maceration on the skins for 3-4 days for the other 50%, spontaneous fermentation in steel for 2-3 weeks. Without filtrations or clarifications
Aging
18 months in small new barrels of Allier and Troncais, then at least 18 months in bottle
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 50%, Nerello Cappuccio 30%, Nocera 10%, other vines 10%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Faro DOC captures the distinctive personality of Sicily terroir. With 14.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 50%, Nerello Cappuccio 30%, Nocera 10%, other vines 10%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards torgiano area from 200-300 mt above sea level on limestone and clay soil. Vinification: whole cluster pressing on vertical press for 50% of the grapes, destemming by hand, maceration on the skins for 3-4 days for the other 50%, spontaneous fermentation in steel for 2-3 weeks. Without filtrations or clarifications. The wine is aged 18 months in small new barrels of Allier and Troncais, then at least 18 months in bottle. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

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

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