Nicosia Fondo Filara Syrah 75cl

Tenute Nicosia - Fondo Filara Bio This large selection of organic wines, made from the principal Sicilian grape varieties grown on Etna and in the Vittoria area, represent the highest expression of Tenute Nicosia's production philosophy: the utmost respect for the raw materials and great Sicilian winemaking history, the development of precious native grape varieties and the lands most suitable for their cultivation, the sustainable production carried out both in the vineyards and the cellar.
Fondo Filara Bio Organic Syrah DOC Sicilia This intense and full-bodied wine is made of selected Syrah grapes, an international variety that has perfectly adapted to the warm and sunny climate of Sicily. This wine bears the characteristic scents of jam and spices, with a velvety and lingering taste Grape varieties: Syrah Vineyards: sandy soil, situated at approximately 200 m above sea level; Training system: espalier spurred cordon
Raccolta: by hand into crates, in September.
Maceration: for approximately 10-15 days
Fermentation: controlled temperature (24-26°C)
Ageing: mainly in stainless steel vats, 5-6 months in barrique and at least 4 months in the bottle
Alcohol content: 13% vol.
Colour: purple colour with violet highlights
Nose: intense, with characteristic scents of jam and spices
Palate: full-bodied, velvety and lingering taste
Food Pairings: grilled meats, flavourful pasta dishes, wild board and game, spicy food, cold cuts, smoked and marbled cheeses
Serving temperature: 16-18°C