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A wine full of Mediterranean sunshine with fresh bramble fruit and vanilla with just a hint of sweet spice. Juicy and moreish.
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Italy
Sicily
Sicilia
Colomba Bianca
Nero d'Avola (Blend)
Red Wine
Francesco Asaro
Screwcap
Other Classifications
ABOUT THE PRODUCER:
Established in 1970, Colomba Bianca is the largest Sicilian grower cooperative and the biggest Italian producer of organic wine, with more than 1,800 hectares dedicated to organically farmed vines. Colomba Bianca also has a further 7,500 hectares of vineyard, growing indigenous and international varieties. Despite their size, they engage a philosophy of micro-viticulture and micro-winemaking to ensure the ultimate precision, quality and expression of terroir. The stunning range of single varieties and innovative blends are tailor made under the watchful eye of head winemaker Mattia Filippi. Dynamic and passionate, the Cantine is constantly evolving with investments in the vineyards and in the technology of their five specialist wineries. With their sights firmly fixed on the future of Sicilian wine, Colomba Bianca is rapidly becoming one of the leading names in organic winemaking in Italy.
ABOUT THE VINEYARD:
The Nero d’Avola vines are grown on the hillsides overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Here in these sun-drenched vineyards, the highest standards are attained through the use of innovative technology and the careful process of mapping the terroir according to the weather patterns, harvesting time, soils and vine age. The grapes undergo a sensory analysis and are hand-harvested at the optimum maturity levels, according to the terroir and microclimate of the vineyard. The vineyards are situated in the south west of the island and are made up of distinct soil and climate conditions and range from sea-level up to 700 metres above sea level, imparting subtle complexity into the wine.
THE WINEMAKING PROCESS:
The grapes were hand-picked in small cases of 20kg between late August and the beginning of September, once they had reached their optimum maturity. Maceration on the skins took place at low temperatures for two days for the extraction of tannins and colour. Fermentation took place at 20°C in small, stainless steel tanks for approximately 12 days, followed by four months in the tank to retain the aromatics and flavour profiles of both the Nero d’Avola and Syrah varieties.
OUR TASTING NOTE:
Intense blackberry and violet aromas lead to a juicy, fruity palate with supple tannins and wonderful structure, all wrapped up with a warm, spicy and moreish finish.
GRAPE VARIETY:
Nero d’Avola 60%, Syrah 40%.
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ABOUT THE PRODUCER:
Established in 1970, Colomba Bianca is the largest Sicilian grower cooperative and the biggest Italian producer of organic wine, with more than 1,800 hectares dedicated to organically farmed vines. Colomba Bianca also has a further 7,500 hectares of vineyard, growing indigenous and international varieties. Despite their size, they engage a philosophy of micro-viticulture and micro-winemaking to ensure the ultimate precision, quality and expression of terroir. The stunning range of single varieties and innovative blends are tailor made under the watchful eye of head winemaker Mattia Filippi. Dynamic and passionate, the Cantine is constantly evolving with investments in the vineyards and in the technology of their five specialist wineries. With their sights firmly fixed on the future of Sicilian wine, Colomba Bianca is rapidly becoming one of the leading names in organic winemaking in Italy.
ABOUT THE VINEYARD:
The Nero d’Avola vines are grown on the hillsides overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Here in these sun-drenched vineyards, the highest standards are attained through the use of innovative technology and the careful process of mapping the terroir according to the weather patterns, harvesting time, soils and vine age. The grapes undergo a sensory analysis and are hand-harvested at the optimum maturity levels, according to the terroir and microclimate of the vineyard. The vineyards are situated in the south west of the island and are made up of distinct soil and climate conditions and range from sea-level up to 700 metres above sea level, imparting subtle complexity into the wine.
THE WINEMAKING PROCESS:
The grapes were hand-picked in small cases of 20kg between late August and the beginning of September, once they had reached their optimum maturity. Maceration on the skins took place at low temperatures for two days for the extraction of tannins and colour. Fermentation took place at 20°C in small, stainless steel tanks for approximately 12 days, followed by four months in the tank to retain the aromatics and flavour profiles of both the Nero d’Avola and Syrah varieties.
OUR TASTING NOTE:
Intense blackberry and violet aromas lead to a juicy, fruity palate with supple tannins and wonderful structure, all wrapped up with a warm, spicy and moreish finish.
GRAPE VARIETY:
Nero d’Avola 60%, Syrah 40%.
| Weight | 1.2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 7.5 × 7.5 × 30 cm |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Sub-region | Sicilia |
| Producer / Winery | Colomba Bianca |
| Winemaker | Francesco Asaro |
| Style | Red Wine |
| Grape Variety | Nero d'Avola (Blend) |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Alcohol % (ABV) | 14% |
| Body Value (A being light-bodied, E being full-bodied) | B |
| Residual Sugar | 8 g/L |
| Contains Sulphites | Yes |
| Vegetarian | |
| Vegan | |
| Milk | No |
| Eggs | No |
| Organic | No |
| Biodynamic | No |
| Format Available | 75cl |
| Closure | Screwcap |
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£10.99
Fairly priced. Expertly sourced. Always stored in perfect condition.
UK delivery £7.95.
3-5 working days.
Free on orders over £120.
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