La Segreta Nero De Avola 750ml

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Nero D'Avola is most recognized for being produced in Southeastern Sicily, although it may also be found in other parts of the island. Nero D'Avola is now being cultivated in Mendocino County, California, and it may also be found in Southern Australia. Its appearance varies according on altitude, vintage, and age.

The thick-skinned red grape Nero D'Avola thrives in hotter, drier conditions. As a result, Sicily is an ideal location for this grape to thrive. It's renowned for its substantial body, sweet tannins, and jammy fruit. It's a low-acid wine that's dry.

Because of its fruity taste, it is often likened to Shiraz. The name Nero D' Avola originates from the town of Avola, where it was originally grown. It is Sicily's most significant red grape and is known as "the black grape of Avola." Some producers make wines that are jammier and riper, while others make wines that are leaner and have more red fruit characteristics. Wines made from grapes cultivated at higher altitudes have greater balance and acidity, as well as being more age-worthy.

Of course, the wine's oak treatment is another element that may give it a distinct personality. Longer-aged oak-aged wines will have a cocoa and coffee flavor, as well as a creamy texture component.