Duca Enrico
2018
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 2018 vintage was marked by a fairly cold and rainy winter, followed by a mild spring. The rain did wonders for the vines, replenishing water reserves, which turned out to be essential in the following weeks. The month of June was hot and dry. Temperatures were milder in July and August, which allowed the grapes to fully ripen.
Harvest
Third week of September.
Vinification and Ageing
The grapes are destemmed and gently pressed. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature (28°C). After racking, the wine obtained undergoes malolactic fermentation.
18 months ageing in new and old French oak barriques.
Tasting Notes & pairings
Deep, intense ruby red with purple tinges.
Complex and quite elegant, with notes of red berries, such as sour cherry and raspberry, along with notes of vanilla and hints of spices due to ageing in barriques.
Great, elegant, and harmonious structure, characterised by smooth and velvety tannins. Very long aromatic persistence.
It is ideal with grilled and braised red meats and game.
It is excellent with medium and mature cheeses.
