Typical characteristics of Nero d’Avola di Noto but grown in slightly less limey soils; with aromas of jasmine and prune together with balsamic notes, of bay, incense, Mediterranean macchia and goudron, balanced and rendered lively by the addition of an exuberant Merlot produced on the same lime soil. The wood comes second, well covered by the fruit. Spicey and acidic notes are always adequately present on the palate, though well softened by the alcohol and balanced with tannins.
Controdanza DOC Noto
Planeta - Buonivini, Noto
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Winemaking
The grapes are gathered by hand and carried to the winery in small carts. Once in the winery they are destalked and pressed, then placed in l00 and 150 hl stainless steel tanks. The grapes are activated three times each day with very short pumping-over periods – between 10 and 25 minutes – according to the phase of fermentation so that the skins remain undamaged. Fermentation lasts 7/8 days, with the temperature during the first days maintained at 14/15 °C and then, approaching its conclusion, refrigeration is suspended and the final alcohol content is completed at temperatures between 24/25 °C. Once the fermentation is finished, the skins remain in contact with the wine for 15/18 days, which is then racked. Malolactic fermentation occurs in the same 100 and 150 hl stainless steel tanks. Once finished, between December and January, maturation in barrels of French oak begins, 50% fourth usage and 50% of fifth usage.
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Product Specification
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ColourRed
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CountryItaly
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RegionSicily & Sardinia
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Sub RegionNoto
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StyleDry
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ClosureNatural Cork
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SKUL5096120
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Alcohol %13.5%
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GrapeNero d'Avola
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Unit Volume75cl
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VeganYes
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VegetarianYes