Nero d'Avola 'Lu Cori' Cantine Barbera
- Category
- Red Wines
- Winery
- Cantine Barbera
- Region
- Sicily
- Denomination
- Menfi DOC
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
- Vinification
- Destemming, soft pressing, alcoholic fermentation on the skins in steel tanks with indigenous yeasts for 12 days, with malolactic fermentation completed
- Aging
- 6-8 months in steel tanks and, for a minumum percentage, in big Slavonian oak barrels
- Grape varieties
- Nero d’Avola 100%
- Notes
- Contains sulfites
Tasting Notes
This exceptional Menfi DOC showcases the authentic character of Sicily. At 12.5% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Nero d’Avola 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. Tasting reveals contains sulfites This Sicilian expression shows the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.
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About Sicily Wine Region
Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, represents Italy's most dynamic wine region with its ancient viticultural heritage and modern renaissance. The island's volcanic soils, particularly around Mount Etna, impart distinctive mineral characteristics to the wines. Sicilian producers combine indigenous grape varieties with international ones, creating unique expressions that reflect the island's rich cultural heritage.