Tenuta Rapitala 'Nuhar' Pinot Nero / Nero d'Avola | Sicily, Italy

£13.50

Nuhar – “flower” in Arabic – is a blend of two classic varietals: Pinot Nero (Noir) the Burgundian stalwart responds to the warmth of Sicily with more sweetness and depth; and the more local Nero d’Avola provides impressive tannins and body.

The organically tended vineyards are located in the Camporeale area ofPalermo, Sicily on mountain slopes 550m above sea level on clay and sandy soils.

Harvested at optimum ripeness – August for the Pinot Nero, September forNero d’Avola – the grapes are vinified in small stainless steel tanks. Prolonged maceration at 24-28C ensures maximum extraction. The resulting wines are aged separately – Pinot Nero in French oak barriques, Nero d’Avola in steel before blending and bottle ageing.

Nuhar – “flower” in Arabic – is a blend of two classic varietals: Pinot Nero (Noir) the Burgundian stalwart responds to the warmth of Sicily with more sweetness and depth; and the more local Nero d’Avola provides impressive tannins and body.

The organically tended vineyards are located in the Camporeale area ofPalermo, Sicily on mountain slopes 550m above sea level on clay and sandy soils.

Harvested at optimum ripeness – August for the Pinot Nero, September forNero d’Avola – the grapes are vinified in small stainless steel tanks. Prolonged maceration at 24-28C ensures maximum extraction. The resulting wines are aged separately – Pinot Nero in French oak barriques, Nero d’Avola in steel before blending and bottle ageing.

Sicily, Italy

Grapes: Pinot Nero, Nero d’Avola

Tasting Notes: Bright ruby red; the bouquet is strong with classic aromas of Pinot Noir to the fore followed by a warm and full palate. The finish is noticeable lively with good acidity to balance the depth of fruit.

ABV: 14.0%

Vintage: 2020

Ageing potential: 5 years

Attributes: Vegan, Certified Organic

Clousure: Cork

Farming: Organic

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Food pairing suggestions: red meats and game.