Giulia Monteleone Vino Anthemis 2021
Regular price €36,70The Anthemis wine from the Monteleone house springs from the most elevated vineyards of the domain, nestled at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level on the east side of Sant'Alfio. The volcanic soil there provides the ideal breeding ground for the carricante grapes, which are known for their ability to flourish under these conditions. In a unique approach, the grape branches are initially guided through the 'Spalliera' system, which not only serves as natural protection against the sun through the foliage after the vendanges vertes, but later, transitioning to the guyot system, also ensures optimal nutrient absorption from the soil without the plants experiencing stress. The harvest is carried out manually in the cool of the morning, after which the grapes are gently pressed for 48 hours, followed by a fermentation process in stainless steel cuves. The wine then matures for 12 months on its own lees in wooden casks of 500 and 700 liters, ending with a bottle aging of 8 months.
The aroma of this wine reveals hints of zest of ripe Sicilian lime, interwoven with floral notes and a subtle floral underpinning. Tasting reveals a palette of acacia and honey, culminating in an elegant, medium-bodied finale. This unique Sicilian white wine deserves to be served in a slightly wider glass, to optimally enjoy its character and finesse. Hello!
Domain: Monteleone
Grape: carricante
Country: Italy
Region: Sicily
Wine style: full white wine
Wine & food: fried scallops, fish dish with pearl couscous, grilled sea bream with fennel
Serving temperature: 12°C
Storage: 5 years
Contents: 75 cl
