MONREALE DOC

The D.O.C. Monreale was founded in 2000, covers an area particularly suited to quality viticulture, which includes, in the area of Palermo, the towns of Monreale, Camporeale, Corleone, Roccamena, San Cipirello, San Giuseppe Jato, Santa Cristina Gela and Piana degli Albanesi, for a total of approximately 12,000 hectares. The soils occupy the innermost part of the territory, whose characteristics are moderately calcareous with a good percentage of clay, very important factor that gives to the wine of this area a very full-bodied character but at the same time elegant and refined.

 

The D.o.c. includes a wide variety of wines. In addition to Monreale White, Red and Rosé, there are also Ansonica or Inzolia types, Cataratto, Chardonnay, Grillo, Pinot Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola, Merlot, Perricone, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Syrah. All white wines are also produced in the White Superior and Late Harvest versions, while for red wines the versions provided are Novello and Reserve.

 

The Monreale D.O.C. White is made from Cataratto and Inzolia grapes, at least 50%, to which may be added those of other white grape varieties permitted in the area, with a percentage of Trebbiano Toscano not more than 30%; has a straw yellow color more or less intense; fine and elegant smell, delicate and typical taste.

 

The Red one is obtained from Nero d'Avola and Perricone, at least 50%, with the possible addition of other red grapes allowed in the area, has ruby color more or less intense; pleasant, fine and vinous smell; the taste is harmonious and rich in structure.

 

The Rosé is produced with Nerello Mascalese, Perricone and/or Sangiovese, to which may be added those of other red grapes of the area, and has pale pink color, more or less deep; fruity and fragrant smell; the taste is harmonious and fresh.

 

 

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