TASTING NOTES:

• View: Casa Vinicola Minini Tasari Nero d'Avola Terre Siciliane 2016 has a deep ruby and crystal-clear red colour.
• Nose: Powerful aroma with nuances of red fruits such as strawberry and raspberry, clear notes of liquorice, and some dairy.
• Mouth: Velvety and fresh sensation on the mouth, with soft and smooth tannins, and flavours of mature red fruits, dried prunes, and earthy herbs.

APPELLATION: Terre Siciliane

VINEYARD: Caruso & Minini. Located in Sicily, this family owned wine house brings a modern and innovative twist to all their creations. Created at the dawn of the nineteenth century, the vineyard now comprises of 12 hectares privileged by the altitude of 450m above sea level, making for warm days and chilled nights that develop nicely aromatic grapes with plenty of fresh acids.

GRAPES: 30% Merlot, 70% Nero d'Avola.

AGEING: Three months in stainless steel tanks, followed by an additional two months in the bottle.

PREPARATION: This red is a blend of Merlot and Nero d'Avola varieties. The grapes are vinified in stainless steel tanks for twelve days at a temperature of 26 - 28°C, followed by a malolactic fermentation process, also in stainless steel tanks. This guarantees that the wine retains the juiciness and fruity character. The intention behind Casa Vinicola Minini Tasari Nero d'Avola Terre Siciliane 2016 is to bring back the simple wines, ideal for the everyday life.

PAIRING: Its freshness and fruity character makes it perfect for pizza, and grilled vegetables.

RECOMMENDED SERVING TEMPERATURE: 16 - 18°C

ALCOHOL: 13%