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2023 Lamoresca Rosso 'Elsa', Sicily, Italy
$46.99
“This wine originated from the concept of creating a blend with 3 different grape varieties on 3 different terroirs. The Nerello Mascalese grows in a very hard and salty clay substrate. The Frappato and Nero d'Avola grow in sandy soil and limestone. This results in a highly concentrated wine with pronounced tannins and elevated alcohol content. We think this wine also possesses significant aging potential.”
70% Nerello Mascalese, 15% Frappato and 15% Nero d'Avola on a mix of clay and sandy soils picked in early October. 5 days of maceration on the skin in vertical “tini”, the skin gets manually pressed down 2 times a day, without temperature control or added yeasts. We let this wine rest for an additional year in concrete tanks, followed by two years in the bottle in our cellar. Minimal added sulfur and no filtering or fining.
Specs
- Country Italy
- Region Sicily
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Lamoresca
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Frappato, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola
- Food Pairings Gamey Meats, Roast White Meats, Braised Things, Red Sauce
- Characteristics Wild Side, Island Wine, Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit, Juicy
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