Tenute Nicosia Cerasuolo di Vittoria
Displaying a cherry-red color, the nose is expressive with aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, blackberry, and red plum, with softer hints of violet, Mediterranean herbs, and gentle spice. The palate is smooth with darker-fruit flavors mixed with fresher red fruits, like strawberries and cherries, and light herbaceous notes. Tenute Nicosia, a family-owned estate founded in 1898, is located on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. The winery is committed to sustainable viticulture, producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. Nicosia is a dynamic, modern and efficient company that looks towards the future, but without forgetting tradition.
Classification: DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita)
Grape Varietal: Nero d’Avola, Frappato
Feature: Sustainable, Organic, Vegan
Country: Italy
Region: Sicily
Appellation: Vittoria
Grape Profile: Nero d’Avola brings the backbone of the blend, contributing black cherry, plum, blackberry, dark spice, herbs, and moderate tannin. It gives the wine weight and warmth without making it overly heavy. Frappato provides the lift. It is naturally more fragrant and delicate, contributing strawberry, raspberry, red cherry, floral notes, herbs, and bright acidity.
Region Profile: Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers diverse microclimates and soil types, contributing to the unique character of its wines. Cerasuolo di Vittoria comes from southeastern Sicily, particularly the historic winegrowing territory surrounding the town of Vittoria. The area is markedly warmer and lower-lying, with dry, sunny summers, short periods of winter rain, limestone-rich landscapes, and significant sandy soils in many vineyard areas.
Pair with: Grilled and roasted white and red meats. Rich tomato-based dishes like pasta and pizza. Vegetarian dishes like Pasta alla Norma and eggplant parmigiana. Charcuterie meats. Aged cheeses like pecorino and parmigiano-reggiano.
