Rosso Del Conte Tasca D’Almerita 2018 cl 75

Rosso Del Conte Tasca D’Almerita 2018 cl 75

The Rosso del Conte Tasca D’Almerita 2018 is a prestigious wine that represents the most authentic and high-quality expression of the Regaleali Estate in Sicily. Created in 1970 by Count Giuseppe Tasca d’Almerita, this wine embodies the region’s long winemaking tradition.

Description:

• Historical Origins: Rosso del Conte was the first wine from Vigna Unica in Sicily. Its history dates back to 1970 and has been characterized by several evolutions, including various types of aging that have contributed to its complexity and longevity.
• Grapes Used: Nero d’Avola (53%) and Perricone (47%).
• Appellation: Rosso Contea di Sclafani DOC.
• Winegrowing Area: Regaleali Estate, Palermo, Sicily.
• Vineyards: The 8-hectare Vigna San Lucio vineyard is the heart of Rosso del Conte production. The vines were planted in 1965 and carefully cultivated according to traditional methods.
• Vinification: Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, lasting about 20 days in contact with the skins.
• Aging: After fermentation, the wine is aged in 225-liter French oak barrels (Allier and Tronçais), all new, for a period of 18 months.
• Alcohol Content: 14% Vol.

Sensory Characteristics:

• Aroma: Rosso Del Conte Tasca D’Almerita 2018 Rosso Del Conte Tasca D’Almerita offers a complex bouquet with notes of ripe fruit, spice and light herbaceous hints.
• Taste: In the mouth, it stands out for its elegant and enveloping structure, with soft tannins and pleasant freshness. Flavors of dark cherries, plums, and nuances of vanilla and coffee emerge.
• Finish: Its long and pleasant finish leaves a lingering memory of ripe fruit and sweet spices.

Rosso Del Conte Tasca D’Almerita 2018 Rosso Del Conte Tasca D’Almerita is a wine of great complexity and refinement, ideal to accompany meat dishes, aged cheeses or to be enjoyed alone in special moments.