VINTAGE
2013

APPELLATION
Sicilia DOC

AREA
Riesi, Sicily

GRAPES
100% Cabernet Sauvignon

VINIFICATION
The grapes are machine harvested in early September. The must is fermented for two weeks in vertical stainless steel tanks, using the submerged cap system. The wine matures for twelve months. During this process, 80% is placed in 3,000- and 6,000-liter botte and the other 20% in 350- liter tonneaux. When the wine finishes it is agedfor an additional three to six months in the bottle.

COLOR
Ruby-red in color and an opaque appearance

BOUQUET
Intense with subtle hints of ripe berries and attractive floral notes

PALATE
Full-bodied with notes of cassis, mature fruit, and cake spice

FOOD PAIRINGS
Pairs well with full-flavored pasta and rice dishes, barbecued meats, and fairly mature cheeses

SERVING TEMPERATURE
64°F

ALCOHOL LEVEL
14%

BOTTLE SIZE
750 mL