Nero d'Altura Sicilia DOC

Tenute Lombardo - Sicilia

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Nero d'Altura Nero d'Avola of Tenute Lombardo is obtained only with Nero d'Avola grapes that grows in the upland in the heart of Sicily. It is a Sicilia DOC, with deep red colour with hints of violet and with a cherry scents. Its velvety taste cuddles the palate.

Nero d'Altura Sicilia DOC Tenute Lombardo price

13,80 €

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6	10%	12,42 €

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Data sheet

Producer	Tenute Lombardo S.S. 122 Km 50,00, C.da Cusatino - 93100 Serradifalco (CL) - Italy
Country of production	Italia
Region	Sicilia
Area	San Cataldo - Cl
Classification	Sicilia DOC
Fermentation and refinement	Maceration in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for 8-10 days. Aging in barrique for 12 months.
Grape Variety	100% Nero d'Avola
Typology and certification	Full, balanced and velvety. Aroma of pink fruit with spicy notes.
Vintage	2021
ABV	14.5%
Size	0.75 l
Allergens	Contains sulphites

More info

Terroir and vinification

Nero d’Altura is made by Nero d'Avola grapes only, hand-picked in the first days of October. The vines are planted in Caltanissetta's area, 580 meters a.s.l. in a clayey soil. Vinification takes place in steel tanks at the controlled temperature 25°C 8-10 days long. The refinement happens in steel tanks as well, at the temperature 15°C. The following 12 months the wine refines in fourth passage wooden barriques. In the end, the wine is bottled at the temperature 16°C.

Tasting notes

Nero d’Altura by Tenute Lombardo shows the typical intense red colour from Nero d'Avola, enriched with purple hues. The fragrance reminds of red fruits and spices. On the palate expresses a balanced fullness along with its character strongly velvety.

Wine on table

Nero d’Altura on table best pairs with red meat dishes and seasoned cheeses.

Curiosity

Nero d’Altura by Tenute Lombardo gets its name from the Altitudes of the central part of Sicily, where the vineyard are based.