A'nserra Miceli

Description: A unique partnering of Sicily's classic grape, the nero d'avola, with cabernet sauvignon at low yield cultivation, produces A'Nserra, a wine of remarkable structure. 
This wine is classically Mediterranean and thoroughly modern in style. 
Ageing potential: 5 years 
Storage: On its side at 12-14°C 
Serving temperature: 16-18% C. 
Glass: Tulip 
Serving suggestions: With red meat, hearty main courses, and aged cheeses. 
Production area: The winery-owned Tenuta di Castelvetrano. Located in the Contrada Dimina, it covers some 33 hectares. 
Training method: Espalier 
Pruning method: Spur-pruned cordon-trained 
Vineyard density: av. 4,600 vines/ha 
Soils: Loose, chalky soils 
Vineyard aspect: South-West 
Weather: Mediterranean, dry 
Harvest: At the end of September 2005 
Must analysis: 21,5°Babo 
Yield per hectare: 92 q 
Yield per vine: 2 kg 
Vinification: Traditional red-wine fermentation, temperature-controlled at 24°C., with cultured yeasts. 
Skin contact period: 8 days 
Malolactic fermentation: Totally developed 
Ageing: In stainless steel tanks and bottles for several months. 
Alcoholic content: 14% Vol. 
Total acidity: 6.3 g/l 
pH: 3.7 
Residual sugar: 2 g/l 
Oenologist: Filippo Di Giovanna 
Visual: Ruby red 
Nose: Cherry, plum 
Palate: Full, harmonious, judicioulsy tannic 
Finish: Intense, balanced 

Bottled in Sciacca by Wineries Miceli Srl - Palermo - Italy