Coste a Preola Nero d’Avola – I Territoriali – Tenuta Gorghi Tondi – 2023

The wine Coste a Preola from Gorghi Tondi winery

The Coste a Preola Nero d’Avola from the Tenuta Gorghi Tondi winery is produced with 100% Nero d’Avola grapes, grown in vineyards owned by the winery. We are near Mazara del Vallo in the westernmost part of Sicily, a stone’s throw from the sea and the sea breezes. The estate is located within a nature reserve protected by the WWF.

The Winemaking

After the grape harvest which takes place in the second ten days of September, only the selected grapes go to the cellar for winemaking, which begins with a two week maceration on the skins.  The must ferments in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The refinement also occurs in steel, where the wine ages for about seven months on the noble lees. After assembly and bottling, the wine rests for a few more months in the cellar before being released on the market.

Testing the wine from Gorghi Tondi

Bright ruby ​​red with light purple reflections; the aroma is elegant with pleasant notes of berries that intertwine with hints of cherry to close with spicy scents. Intense and soft on the palate, this Coste a Preola Nero d’Avola is soft with silky and well-polished tannin and a long and persistent finish.

Food Pairings

This Nero d’Avola pairs well with red meat even grilled, tasty and spicy cheeses. Try it with truffle.

THE WINERY

Tenuta Gorghi Tondi is a family-run winery located in Mazara del Vallo, Sicily. Founded by the Sala family, the history of the winery is deeply rooted in tradition and a passion for wine, passed down through generations. The inspiration for the creation of the winery came from Dora, an ancestor of the family, whose vision and dedication laid the foundation for what is now an internationally recognized brand… keep reading