Morgante White Wine

Bianco di Morgante - Morgante Wines

Produced by the white vinification of red grapes, the Bianco di Morgante wine has the typical tannic texture of a red wine accompanied by a balanced acidity and a persistent finish. A Sicilian wine with character, to be discovered!

Denomination: IGT Terre Siciliane

Type: White wine

Grape Variety: 100% Nero d'Avola

Vineyards: Grotte (Agrigento)

Altitude: 400-450 m above sea level

Soil: clayey limestone

Climate: dry autumn and winter with mild climate. From May to June there were considerable rainfalls that caused the development of downy mildew with consequent loss of some bunches of grapes. The summer was hot with temperatures between 33°C and 40°C. Thanks to the absence of humidity and the dry harvest, the ripening of the grapes was optimal but the production was low and the wines obtained were fruity and balanced

Growing system: guyot and cordone speronato 

Harvest: manual in small plastic crates at the beginning of September

Vinification: the black grapes are vinified and subjected to soft pressing and static draining. The must is clarified, decanted and fermented in stainless steel tanks at a temperature of 13°C

Aging: in stainless steel tanks for about 4 months

Aging in bottle: 2 months

Alcohol content: 13.5% vol

Color: bright straw yellow

Nose: fruity bouquet with aromas of peach, jasmine and lemon peel

Palate: fresh and savory wine, medium-bodied with a saline-mineral character. The finish is clean, tasty and long

Pairings: white wine ideal to accompany fish dishes seasoned with simple sauces, seafood with delicate marinades, grilled vegetables seasoned with oils with a fruity and delicate flavor

Glass: glass of the right size to enhance the aromas

Serving temperature: 13°C

Longevity: excellent retention over time

Bottled at the origin by Morgante s.r.l. soc. agr. - Grotte (AG) - Italy