Duca Enrico
2020
Vintages
Duca di Salaparuta vinified Nero d’Avola in purity for the first time in 1984: a new era of Sicilian enology was born with Duca Enrico.
75 cl; 150 cl; 300 cl
Details
Vintage
The year 2020 was marked by a cool spring with delayed rainfall, which ensured that the vines bad sufficient water reserves in the soil. Summer temperatures were high, but the well-ventilated and dry climate, along with excellent day-night temperature fluctuations, allowed the grapes to ripen perfectly, resulting in a late harvest.
Harvest
The grapes were band-picked from 30 September to 2 October 2020 and transported to the winery in 3 kg crates by refrigerated lorry.
Vinification and Ageing
After the crates have been unloaded, the grapes are sorted on a conveyor belt. After the grapes have been destemmed, they are taken to the fermentation vessel where alcoholic fermentation begins at a controlled temperature of 26-28 °C, while the pulp and skins undergo maceration. Fermentation continues with precise maceration and délestage. Once fermentation is complete, the wine remains in contact with the grape skins for a further week. After the first racking, malolactic fermentation takes place in concrete tanks, followed by 14-18 months of ageing in new or second-use, fine-grained and elegantly toasted oak barriques.
Tasting Notes & pairings
Duca Enrico, vibrant red in colour with purple tinges, stands out for its complexity and elegance.
The citrus notes of blood orange and spices are complemented on the nose by hints of red berries, which are due to ageing in barriques.
It is vertical on the palate, with sweet, enveloping tannins and a lingering finish.
It is ideal with grilled and braised red meats and game.
It is excellent with medium and mature cheeses.
Prizes
Analytical details
Alcohol
15 %vol.
Total acidity
6,7 g/l
Ph
3,37
