Gulfi
Nerosanlorè 2019
| Denomination | IGT Terre Siciliane |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nero d'Avola |
| Aging | 24 months in tonneau, aged for 1 year in bottle. |
- Origin and variety: 100% Nero d’Avola from Pachino, in the Val di Noto, Sicily
- Ageing: 24 months in tonneau followed by 12 months in bottle for balance and harmony
- Aromas: notes of red rose, wilted violet, cherry in spirit, with balsamic and spicy hints
- Taste: soft and elegant structure, velvety tannins, delicate savouriness and prolonged persistence
- Serving and awards: decant for 1 hour, serve at 16–18 °C; rated 95 by Vinous and 5 bunches by Bibenda
Description
What kind of wine it is
Nerosanlorè by Gulfi is an organic red that elegantly interprets the character of Nero d’Avola. In the glass, it displays a deep ruby colour with violet highlights, releasing a balsamic bouquet dominated by notes of red rose, wilted violet, morello cherry in spirit and dried hay. On the palate, it stands out for its extreme smoothness and velvety tannins, with a delicate savouriness that accompanies a long finish with clear spicy hints.
Where it comes from
The grapes ripen in the area of Pachino, in the evocative Val di Noto. Produced in the territory of Terre Siciliane, the wine is made from vines cultivated using the alberello system on a distinctive red sandy soil. This specific earthy matrix gives the sip great balance and a defined mineral texture. The microclimate enhances the aromatic intensity of the bunches, delivering in the glass an authentic expression of the Sicilian territory.
How it is produced
The vinification involves a long maceration of the must in contact with the skins, an essential process to achieve a complex aromatic extraction. The wine matures for twenty-four months in wooden barrels, followed by a year of rest in the bottle. This production process gives structural harmony and great ageing potential. After decanting, it pairs ideally with game dishes, red meats and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Born in the Val di Noto, Gulfi's Nerosanlorè expresses the true elegance of Sicily through organic vineyards cultivated as bush vines on red sandy soils in Pachino. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Salvo Foti, this noble pure Nero d’Avola comes to life thanks to a long maceration on the skins, followed by a slow maturation of 24 months in tonneaux and a further year in the bottle. This multi-award-winning excellence, awarded 95 points by Vinous and 5 bunches by Bibenda, celebrates the deep dedication of the family estate.
Awards
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2019
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2019
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2019
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1996
- Oenologist: Salvo Foti
- Bottles produced: 220.000
- Hectares: 40
| Name | Gulfi Nerosanlore 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Terre Siciliane IGT |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nero d'Avola |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Gulfi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the Val di Noto, Gulfi's Nerosanlorè expresses the true elegance of Sicily through organic vineyards cultivated as bush vines on red sandy soils in Pachino. Under the expert guidance of oenologist Salvo Foti, this noble pure Nero d’Avola comes to life thanks to a long maceration on the skins, followed by a slow maturation of 24 months in tonneaux and a further year in the bottle. This multi-award-winning excellence, awarded 95 points by Vinous and 5 bunches by Bibenda, celebrates the deep dedication of the family estate. |
| Origin | Pachino (Siracusa), Val di Noto, Sicilia, Italia |
| Soil composition | Red sandy soil |
| Production technique | Red vinification with long maceration of the must on the skins |
| Wine making | Red vinification with long maceration of the must on the skins |
| Aging | 24 months in tonneau, aged for 1 year in bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |