Syrah 'Grifeo' La Valle della Luna

Sicilia DOC • Sicily • La Valle della Luna
Category
Red Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Sicilia DOC
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks with maceration on the skins for 8-10 days and malolactic fermentation
Aging
Some months in steel and concrete vats
Grape varieties
Syrah 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This Sicilia DOC captures the distinctive personality of Sicily terroir. Its 14.5% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Syrah 100% , 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 cultivated according to the Guyot system in a clayey and calcareous soil. Organic farming. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks with maceration on the skins for 8-10 days and malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged some months in steel and concrete vats. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

Mature pecorino cheese
Braised lamb with herbs
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Grilled red meats and game
Wild mushroom risotto
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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