Riserva del Conte wine - 2016

Tasca D'Almerita

The Riserva del Conte is an extraordinary wine, born from the audacious vision of Giuseppe Tasca d’Almerita, convinced that even the rural hinterland of Sicily could produce wines capable of competing with the great French reds. This red wine is characterized by power and austere youth, thanks to its firm tannins. It’s perfect for lovers of collectible wines, with only 7048 bottles produced. Due to its robustness and complexity, it pairs beautifully with beef dishes, lamb, game, and aged cheeses.

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Riserva del Conte – Red Reserve DOC Contea di Sclafani

The Riserva del Conte is a wine made from a blend of Nero d’Avola (60%) and Perricone (40%), coming from the historic San Lucio vineyard, located in the Regaleali Estate. The vineyard, facing south-southeast and grown with a head-trained system, is situated at an altitude of 480 meters above sea level. The plant dates back to 1959, and the low yield of grapes per hectare guarantees high-quality production.

The harvest is carried out manually at the end of September. The winemaking takes place in red, with a traditional fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After maceration of 25 days on the skins, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. The ageing takes place in 500-liter chestnut barrels for 26 months.

The Riserva del Conte is a wine of great structure, with an alcohol content of 13%. The result is a powerful and austere wine in its youth, which evolves beautifully over time, becoming a true treasure for wine collectors.

Tasca D’Almerita

The history of the Tasca d’Almerita family in Sicily is written in the land they have been safeguarding and passing on for eight generations. With deep respect for tradition and an ever-focused gaze on the future, Tasca d’Almerita has created wines that best represent the Sicilian terroir.

The mother estate, Regaleali, of 550 hectares in the heart of Sicily, was subsequently enriched with four other estates: Capofaro in Salina, Tascante on Etna, the historic Whitaker Estate on the ancient island of Mozia, and Sallier de La Tour in Monreale. Each Estate has its own marked personality and tells a different story of Sicily, through respect for the environment and sustainability.

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Gradation

13%

Vintage

2016

Size

75cl

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