Curatola Paccamora Nero d’Avola

This vintage developed in a very unusual way. After a perfect spring with just the right amount of rain and plenty of sunshine, three weeks of intense heat began, lasting until the end of July and greatly aiding the ripening process.

In September, the grapes were harvested by hand. They were macerated for 12 days, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 24°C for 15 days.
Aging: 70% in stainless steel and 30% in 250-liter oak barrels for 10 months.

Dry Nero d’Avola from Sicily pairs beautifully with grilled red meat, pasta with tomato sauce, and game. It also goes excellently with aged cheeses, Mediterranean dishes, and pizza. Avoid delicate fish and light vegetable dishes, whose subtle flavors may be overwhelmed by its full-bodied taste.

The Curatola Arini winery is located in the heart of western Sicily, near the town of Salemi. The vineyards face east and are trained on trellises using the Guyot pruning system, on moderately structured sandy soil.