Syrah Sicilia DOC - Rapitala 2024

Name: Syrah Sicilia DOC - Rapitala
Brand: Rapitala
SKU: GIV-64731
Price: 8.49 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Rapitala
Name	Sicilia DOC
Variety	Syrah
Vintage	2024
Gradation	13.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, black pepper
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, skin maceration
Region	Sicily
Production area	Camporeale, Palermo
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	A few months in steel or wood
Type of cask	Oak or steel barrels
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 5 years
Pairing	Red meats, aged cheeses

Descrizione

Syrah Sicilia DOC Rapitala presents an intense ruby color that invites a full, direct sip. On the nose, ripe dark fruits emerge — blackberry and plum — accompanied by notes of black pepper, Mediterranean herbs and a hint of dark chocolate; the profile remains honest and well defined, without excess. On the palate it shows body and structure, ripe tannins and sufficient freshness to balance the fullness: the sip is enveloping but with good tension that makes it easy to drink and gives a lingering finish.

The warm but not heavy character makes this Syrah suitable for full-flavored dishes; it pairs naturally with grilled meats, hearty stews and aged cheeses, but also stands up well to spicier preparations. Serving temperature around 16-18 °C to appreciate its balance and aromas. Rapitala thus offers a Syrah with a Mediterranean profile, successful in its expression of fruit and the clarity of the sip, suitable both for an informal dinner and for more contemplative moments.

The winery

Tenuta Rapitalà – Winery in Sicilia

Discover the story and wines of Tenuta Rapitalà.

Sicilian winery based in Camporeale (PA) that combines the local terroir with French winemaking tradition; part of Gruppo Italiano Vini.

Region: Sicilia

Country: Italia

Founded: 1968

Grapes: Nero d'Avola, Syrah, Pinot Nero, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Grillo, Catarratto

Family Garden Collection Organic ranges Casalj Vineyard Alcamo Classico DOC 176 hectares of vineyards in the Camporeale-Alcamo area. Part of the Gruppo Italiano Vini

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Winery history

The estate was created through the reconstruction undertaken by Hugues Bernard conte de la Gatinais and Gigi Guarrasi after the earthquake in the Valle del Belice. Founded in 1968, the winery has grown by blending indigenous and international grape varieties, maintaining a production approach focused on elegance and a close connection to the territory, now carried forward by the winemaking team listed on the winery's website.

Production philosophy

To showcase Sicily’s diverse micro-terroirs through a sustainable, organic approach to viticulture, with the aim of combining the richness of the Mediterranean landscape with the elegance of French savoir‑faire.

Terroir and vineyards

Situated among the hills that descend from Camporeale toward Alcamo, the estate is characterized by distinct altitudes, soils and microclimates that contribute to the expressive diversity of the wines produced.