Nadir Syrah Sicilia D.O.C. 2019
Tenuta Rapitalà
On Rapitala’s vineyard slope, at 1,000-1,300 feet of elevation, dark clay soils alternate with tufaceous sand. This is the source for the Syrah destined for Nadir, which refers to a location opposite of the Zenith, and therefore the earth.
Terroir: 100% estate fruit is grown on select parcels at 985-1,310 feet above sea level. Guyot-trained vines are planted at a density of 2,300 plants per acre, yielding 36 quintals of grapes per acre.
Vinification:The grapes are harvested mid-September. A cold, pre-maceration lasts for three days and is followed by temperature-controlled fermentation at 77°F. The result is a better extraction of aromas and tannins, which are smooth and enveloping. About 20% of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation for four months in second passage, medium-toast French Allier barriques. The wine is then blended with the remaining lots and is aged in barriques for 12 months. In this way we produce a fragrant, fresh, fruity wine and maintain unaltered the varietal characteristics and structure and power expressed by the Syrah grown in the hot Sicilian climate.
Additional Information
Intense ruby-red color with damask-violet tints. Generous bouquet with touches of ripe fruit and the typical spices of this grape variety, with attractive hints of vanilla. The flavor is full and delicate, with soft and elegant tannins. A balanced marriage between the depth of this product and the uniqueness of this exceptional terroir. Pairs well with red meats, games and roasts.
Technical Details
- Appellation: Sicilia DOC
- Sustainability: Sustainable Practices
- Soil: Loose clay, sand
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Ttl Acidity: 5.2 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 4.9 g/l
- Sizes Available: 12/750ml
- Varietals: 100% Syrah
Recent Press
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Score: 87 Points
Wine Enthusiast Author: Kerin O'Keefe
Date: Sunday, March 21, 2021"Aromas of sea brine, red berry and dark spice waft out of the glass. On the medium-bodied palate, firm, drying tannins accompany dried cherry and a hint of ground clove." -
The Wine Advocate Author: Monica Larner
Date: Thursday, October 17, 2019"The 2017 Sicilia Syrah Nadir is a softly textured and contoured expression that marries the sunshine of Sicily with the inner exuberance of the Syrah grape. That extra vintage heat works well, because this grape can handle it. You don't get any jammy aromas, but you do get plenty of succulence and soft richness instead. Try this with roasted pork with caramelized onions."Grade: 88+ points
