COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Nerello Mascalese
PRODUCER
Cantine Nicosia
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Filara Nerello Mascalese 2017 from Cantine Nicosia is a red wine from Sicily, Italy, crafted from the Nerello Mascalese grape. Its unique character is shaped by its origin in high-altitude vineyards situated on mineral-rich volcanic soils. Cantine Nicosia, a family-owned winery founded in 1898 on the slopes of Mount Etna, brings a legacy of dedication to Sicilian viticulture. The 2017 vintage benefited from a warm, dry season that promoted grape ripeness while diurnal temperature shifts preserved acidity, contributing to the wine's structure.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grown on volcanic soils at 700-750m altitude.
Fact 02
Nerello Mascalese is often compared to Pinot Noir.
Fact 03
Aged for 24 months in French oak barriques.
Fact 04
Manual harvest ensures grape quality.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Filara Nerello Mascalese begins with a cold maceration of the grapes for 24 hours, followed by fermentation in contact with the skins for approximately three weeks. This extended maceration is key to extracting desired compounds. The wine is then aged for 24 months in second and third-passage French oak barriques, followed by a minimum of 12 months of bottle aging. Grapes are hand-harvested in crates during late October to ensure quality.
