Il Moro – D.O.C. Sicilia Nero d’Avola

32,30 €

Produced in: Contrada Biddine Soprana e Sottana, Acate (RG) – Eastern Sicily Appellation: Il Moro D.O.C. Sicilia Nero d’Avola Grape Variety: 100% Nero d’Avola Methods of growth: Espaliers and cord, 5.000 plants/hectare Production per hectare: 5800 kg Harvest period: The second half of September Aging process: Wood and steel vats and bottle-aged for at least 9-12 months Alcohol level: 13.00% Color: Intense ruby red Aroma: Cherry and raspberry fruity and a spicy background, nicely balanced Flavor: Full, warm and elegant, very persistent, with typical austere, but polite, tannins Best paired with: Meat dishes, Nebrodi suckling pig, game meats and roasts, grilled meats and filets. Highly recommended with aged D.O.P. ragusano cheese. Serve at: 16°-18º C

AWARDS

vintage 2020 | James Suckling . 91/100

vintage 2020 | Guida Bio 2024 . 5 foglie

vintage 2020 | Guida Vinibuoni d’Italia 2024 . 4 stelle

vintage 2019 | James Suckling . 91/100

vintage 2019 | Guida Bio 2023 . foglia d’oro

vintage 2019 | Bibenda 2023 . 4 grappoli

vintage 2018 | Vinous . 91/100

BLACK SOIL: these vineyards are located roughly 120 meters above sea level, where the soil is extremely dark, almost black in color. The soil has a medium density tending toward compact, with a fair proportion of small, dark stones. These vines are roughly 20 years old, and produce a Nero d’Avola wine called Il Moro, which is well-structured and marked by strong hints of small red fruits like blackberries, raspberries and black cherries, as well as dark chocolate tannins that are at once powerful and enjoyable.