COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Nerello Mascalese
PRODUCER
Cantine Nicosia
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Nerello Mascalese Nicosia 2021 is a single-varietal red wine from Sicily, produced by Cantine Nicosia. The grapes are cultivated on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, a region renowned for its unique terroir. Cantine Nicosia is a historic, family-owned winery with a legacy dating back to 1898, now in its fifth generation, emphasizing traditional Sicilian winemaking and native grape varieties. This wine is part of their commitment to sustainable and organic viticulture.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family winery since 1898.
Fact 02
Grown on volcanic slopes of Mount Etna.
Fact 03
Certified organic and carbon neutral.
Fact 04
Fifth-generation winemaking family.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Nerello Mascalese Nicosia begins with hand-harvested grapes from the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna. After destemming and selection, the grapes undergo maceration and fermentation in steel vats at controlled temperatures for 8-15 days. Malolactic fermentation also takes place in steel. The wine is then aged in steel vats before a period of bottle aging. Cantine Nicosia is committed to sustainable viticulture, holding certifications for organic farming, carbon neutrality, and energy efficiency.
