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| Surrounded
by turn-of-the century cottages, our vineyard lies on the North Eastern
slopes of Mount Etna. This area is called Valle Galfina, and at 2,300
feet
above sea level, is the center of the Etna DOC region. This vine
growing
area goes back to antiquity, and the fine art of viticulture has been
handed
down from generation to generation. The Valle Galfina valley with its
volcanic
soil, its particular microclimate and low yields produces very high
quality
wines. The wines of Tenuta Scilio are made exclusively from the
vineyards
of the family estate, cultivated organically, cared for laboriously,
combining
Sicilian traditions of winemaking with the most modern techniques of
vinification. Uncertified Organic Wine (Producer states they do not use artificial fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides. While we cannot prove the veracity of this, we also have no reason to believe it is not true.) Tasting Notes: This exciting wine is made from Nerello Mascalese, the best grape variety of Europe's most active volcano, Mt Etna, which gives the wine it's unique character. With young tannins, dark purple color, and a hint of wood, this wine is perfect for meat, aged cheese...or why not..a gourmet pizza!! |
Region:
Sicily
Classification: Etna DOC Area of Production: Valle Galfina, North East Slope of Mount Etna Grapes: 100% Nerello Mascalese Climate: Hilly with noteworthy fluctuations between night and day Soil: Volcanic soil, rich in minerals Altitude: 2300 feet above sea level Average age of vines: 20 years Production per Acre: 2.68 tons Vinification technique: Long maceration of the must with temperature-regulated fermentation. Maturation: Aged in large new wooden casks for one year, then six months in the bottle. Total Acidity: 5.0 g/l Residual Sugar: <1.0 g/l PH: Alcohol: 14% Total Cases Produced: 2,500 |
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