Avide, DOC Nero d'Avola “3 Carati" , Red, 2018

Among the historical cellars of the Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico area, but also among the
leading companies of the eastern Sicily production, Avide has always been distinguished by the
search for quality in the vineyard, and winery. Each year, Avide, processes its own grapes, resulting
from organic certified 40 hectares of vineyards.

Presentation

Presentation
The personal reserve, the first three family barrels (three kegs in fact), were the basis for the first vintage of 3 Carats. The carat, seed of the carob tree, in the number of three reached almost the average weight of the grape of Nero d'Avola, a grape used for the production of this delightful red.
Winemaking
Medium ageing in small size oak barrels. Matured for 12 months of which 50% in steel tanks.
Ageing
12 months 50% in steel, 50% in suet
Varietal
Nero d'Avola : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 13,5 % vol.
GM : No.
Contains sulphites. Does not contain egg or egg products. Does not contain milk or milk-based products.
Agriculture Raisonnée

Advice

Serving
16°C / 61°F
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long, 5 years
Tasting
Deep ruby ​​red with violet reflections. Profound with morello cherries, raspberries, black currants and blueberries. In the mouth it is soft, elegant and rightly tannic. Of great elegance.
Food pairings
The usual aged cheeses and red/white meats; mushroom dishes pair well with this wine as well.