Gatto Nero Funaro I.G.P.

THE CHARACTERISTICS:

Region: Sicily

Denomination: Rosso IGP Organic wine

Grape-variety: Syrah , Merlot , Cabernet Sauvignon , Nero d’Avola

Alcohol: 13%

Vintage: 2016

Vinification : The grapes which have been selected are macerated on the skins for about 10 days and then they are fermented separately in steel tanks maintained at a constant temperature of 20°C. After the natural malolactic fermentation, the wine is matured in steel tubs. Lastly, the wine is blended before it is aged in the bottle.

Harvest time: The Syrah and Merlot are harvested in late August, whilst the Nero d’Avola and Cabernet in early September. The grapes are harvested in the coolest hours of the day.

Colour: Intense ruby red in colour, with purple hues.

Nose: It has a fruity bouquet with hints of berries and liquorice.

Taste: A well-orchestrated, enjoyable and balanced wine with a berry mouthfeel.