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Nero d'Avola DOC - Don Antonio - Morgante 2021

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Morgante
Name Nero d'Avola DOC
Variety Nero d'Avola
Vintage 2021
Gradation 15.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, notes of licorice
Vinification method Steel fermentation at controlled temperature
Region Sicily
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging 6-12 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5 years
Pairing Red meats, roasts, aged cheeses
The Nero d'Avola "Don Antonio" from Morgante winery is one of the most sophisticated and elegant expressions of this native Sicilian grape variety. This DOC wine originates from the sun-drenched lands of Sicily, where the Mediterranean climate and clay soils contribute to providing an ideal habitat for the expression of Nero d'Avola.

"Don Antonio" presents a deep ruby red color, almost impenetrable, which precedes a bouquet of intense and seductive aromas. On the nose, scents of ripe red fruits such as blackberries and cherries emerge, enriched by spicy notes of black pepper and a light touch of chocolate and vanilla, resulting from careful aging in barriques.

On the palate, the wine is robust and full-bodied, with a well-balanced tannic structure that promises excellent longevity. The acidity is well integrated and helps maintain a palatal freshness, while the finish is long and persistent, with a return of the fruity and spicy notes noticed on the nose.

"Don Antonio" is a wine that pairs perfectly with rich and structured dishes, such as roasted red meats, game, and aged cheeses. It is also an excellent companion for special evenings or as a meditative wine.

Tasting this Nero d'Avola "Don Antonio" from Morgante winery is an experience that celebrates the riches of Sicily, offering a taste of the authentic passion and expertise of Sicilian viticulture. A true gem for wine lovers, who seek complexity and elegance in their glass.
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How to serve

Glass:

Balloon chalice

Serve to:

16-18°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 5/10 years

Production area


Sicily

The winery

Morgante – Winery in Sicilia

Discover the story and wines of Morgante.

Family-run winery based in Grotte (Agrigento) that focuses production on the indigenous Nero d'Avola grape, offering labels such as Don Antonio, Nero d'Avola, Bianco and Rosé.
Region: Sicilia
Country: Italia
Grapes: Nero d'Avola
Specializing exclusively or predominantly in the Nero d'Avola grape variety. Vineyards located around Grotte at altitudes of 350–550 m. Winemaking collaboration/direction with Riccardo Cotarella. Flagship label "Don Antonio", well regarded by guides and critics. Clay-limestone soils and vineyards spread across an extensive estate.
Winery history
The Morgante family, rooted in the Grotte area, focused its viticultural activities from the 1990s; over time it has transformed scattered vineyard plots into a structured production project, with direct vinification of its own grapes and the support of international oenological consultants. The vineyards are distributed within a radius of about 30 km around Grotte, and the winery has experienced steady growth oriented toward quality and the internationalization of its wines.
Production philosophy
Strong focus on the native Nero d'Avola grape as a means of expressing the terroir; careful attention to quality from vineyard to bottle; and a production approach that combines local tradition with targeted oenological interventions to enhance the character of individual crus.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located around the municipality of Grotte, at elevations of approximately 350–550 metres above sea level. The soils are calcareous, clayey and marly, and the pronounced temperature variations typical of the area positively influence the ripening of Nero d'Avola.
Awards and recognitions
The wines regularly receive mentions and scores from international guides and critics; the winery is often cited in specialist reviews.

Official Awards

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