COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio
PRODUCER
Pro.Ma.T di Massimiliano Calabretta
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Vigne Vecchie Terre Siciliane Calabretta 2015 is a red wine from Sicily, Italy, produced by Pro.Ma.T di Massimiliano Calabretta. It is made primarily from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes grown on the northern slopes of Mount Etna. The wine's name, 'Vigne Vecchie,' signifies the use of old vines, many of which are ungrafted and over 80 years old. The vineyards are situated at elevations between 300-900 meters on volcanic soils. Massimiliano Calabretta represents the fourth generation of his family to make wine in this region, adhering to traditional winemaking practices. The wine is classified as Terre Siciliane IGT.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€29
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vigne Vecchie means 'old vines' in Italian.
Fact 02
Many vines are 'piede franco' (ungrafted).
Fact 03
Aged for up to 5-7 years before bottling.
Fact 04
Production is extremely limited, around 1200 bottles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Vigne Vecchie Terre Siciliane Calabretta 2015 begins with spontaneous fermentation using native yeasts in steel containers, with a maceration period of 5 days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for an extended period, typically around 60 months or more, in large, neutral Slavonian oak barrels (botti). Some sources also mention aging in steel tanks. The wine then receives an additional 12 months of bottle aging before release. Vineyard practices include organic farming with minimal treatments, and the harvest is conducted by hand in early October.
