Nero d'Avola eight/eight | Barons of Pianogrillo

Nero d'Avola eight/eight | Barons of Pianogrillo

Sale price€18,00
Red
Sicily (IT)
Sicily DOC
Nero d'Avola 100%
Enjoy it within 5 years
13% vol.
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Production and refinement

From a vineyard located at 420 meters above sea level, facing south. Harvest of the grapes (pure Nero d'Avola) at perfect aromatic and polyphenolic ripeness.

Destemming of the grapes and alcoholic fermentation with the skins for 6-8 days at 22-24°C, followed by malolactic fermentation with selected bacteria, and aging for 2 years in 25-hectoliter barrels.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

A beautiful intense ruby red color with violet reflections.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, it is intense and enveloping, with fruity notes of black currant, wild strawberry, and pomegranate.

Tasting

On the palate, it is soft and velvety, fresh and full-bodied, with continuous fruity returns already sensed on the nose. Beautiful final persistence.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Nero d'Avola eight/eight | Barons of Pianogrillo ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Sicilia, Ragusa

Hectares of vineyards: 6

Baroni di Pianogrillo

The name given by the locals of Monte Maggiore to the male wild boar ('u verru) and a friendship formed at school in the 1960s led five friends to transform a gentle slope, overrun with brambles, into a company that produces organic wine and olive oil.

This initiative found its greatest expression in the discovery, recognition, and preservation of the Coda di Pecora grape variety, of which they are the sole producers, aiming to enhance its historical heritage and reintroduce the traditions of the region encapsulated in this unique variety.

Baroni di Pianogrillo

Alongside Coda di Pecora, the Baroni di Pianogrillo cultivate other historic grape varieties such as Pallagrello and Casavecchia.

Cesare Avenia, now the sole owner, acts as an ambassador for these wines to bring the essence of his Caserta to the world. All of this is achieved in just 5 hectares of vineyards.

Region and territory

A land kissed by the sun

Sicily

A land kissed by the sun

Sicily

A land kissed by the sun

Sicily

Sicilian wine territory is now considered a true continent, thanks to its pedoclimatic variability and rich biodiversity. It is located in the center of the Mediterranean and in the so-called "northern sunbelt," an area between the 30th and 50th parallels north and the 30th and 40th parallels south, where the best conditions of brightness and temperature for vine cultivation are found.

On the smaller islands, given the high temperatures and windy conditions, the typical training system is the "alberello" and its "mixed" versions (for example, on the island of Pantelleria), as well as the "Tendone" system. In the rest of Sicilian territory, however, more than half of the vineyards use espaliers and contre-espaliers. In Sicily, wines with a long history are born, such as Marsala, but also fragrant dessert wines like Passito di Pantelleria and Malvasia delle Lipari, not to mention Moscato di Noto and numerous robust red wines and interesting white wines. There's also Nerello Mascalese, climbing the slopes of Mount Etna.

Ragusa

Ragusa is one of the nine provinces in the region of Sicily, particularly renowned for its wine production.

The Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG is the only controlled and guaranteed designation in Sicily, reserved for red wines produced with Nero d’Avola (Calabrese) grapes, comprising 50-70%, and Frappato grapes, comprising 30-50%. The production area of Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG and Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico DOCG encompasses a vast region that includes territories within three neighboring provinces: Ragusa, Caltanissetta, and Catania.

Other designations in the province include:
- Vittoria DOC
- Eloro DOC
- Sicilia DOC
- Terre Siciliane IGT
Province hosting the only DOCG in Sicily

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

A full-bodied and very intense Nero d'Avola, which is well-suited to being enjoyed with equally full-bodied dishes that have a long aromatic persistence, matching the intensity of the wine.

Matching by contrast

The wine's savoriness can be successfully contrasted with dishes that have a slight sweetness. The pronounced tannin can also be balanced by contrast with foods that have a certain greasiness. Additionally, the wine's softness lends itself to contrasting pairings with pungent dishes (enriched with pepper, garlic, or chili).

It pairs well with

Pairs well with aged cheeses, intense cured meats, grilled and roasted meats, red meats in general, forest mushrooms, game dishes, and very structured first courses.

Matching by concordance

A full-bodied and very intense Nero d'Avola, which is well-suited to being enjoyed with equally full-bodied dishes that have a long aromatic persistence, matching the intensity of the wine.

Matching by contrast

The wine's savoriness can be successfully contrasted with dishes that have a slight sweetness. The pronounced tannin can also be balanced by contrast with foods that have a certain greasiness. Additionally, the wine's softness lends itself to contrasting pairings with pungent dishes (enriched with pepper, garlic, or chili).

It pairs well with

Pairs well with aged cheeses, intense cured meats, grilled and roasted meats, red meats in general, forest mushrooms, game dishes, and very structured first courses.

Braised Beef

Braised beef is a cornerstone of Piedmontese cuisine, savory and succulent with complex aromas. For an elegant touch, cook it in the same wine you will be serving.

Wild boar stew with prunes

An exquisite main course, ideally cooked in the same wine you're tasting. Structured, rich in flavors and aromas, for unforgettable Sunday lunches.

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