'Susucaru' Rosso Frank Cornelissen
- Category
- Red Wines
- Winery
- Cornelissen Frank
- Region
- Sicily
- Denomination
- Terre Siciliane IGT
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
- Vinification
- Spontaneous fermentation in fiberglass tanks with maceration on the skins for 60 days
- Aging
- Some months in neutral fiberglass tanks
- Grape varieties
- Nerello Mascalese 85%, Minella Nera, Alicante, Bouschet and Minella Bianco 15%
- Notes
- Contains sulfites
Tasting Notes
This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies the traditional Italian winemaking heritage. At 12.5% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 85%, Minella Nera, Alicante, Bouschet and Minella Bianco 15%, 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.