CHIARAMONTE
FIRRIATO NERO D'AVOLA
SICILY • WINE OF ITALY
"The authenticity of Sicilian terroir expressed in its purest form. An untamed dry red, overflowing with ripe black fruit and enveloped in an impeccable tannic structure under the Firriato seal."
The Monovarietal Expression of Classic Sicilian Flavor
The Firriato Chiaramonte Sicilia Red Wine - Wine of Italy is a masterful and pure interpretation of the island's queen grape: Nero d'Avola. Meticulously vinified by the prestigious Firriato winery, this red comes entirely from the Chiaramonte Estate, a specific vineyard with clay soils and perfect microclimatic conditions that give the vine optimal balance. It is a strictly dry wine, which stands out for combining rich fruit ripeness with vibrant freshness. Thanks to impeccable oenological balance and subtle aging, Chiaramonte offers a deep, silky, and sophisticated drink, ideal for those looking to explore the true typicity and pride of southern Italian viticulture.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Firriato.
Region of Origin: Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) Sicilia, Italy.
Specific Terroir: Chiaramonte Estate, Agro di Trapani (clay matrix soils located at an ideal altitude).
Grape Variety: 100% Nero d'Avola (Monovarietal).
Wine Type: Dry red wine.
Vinification and Aging: Manual harvesting, destemming, and fermentation in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures. Short aging of 6 months in second-use French oak barrels to polish the tannins, followed by bottle refinement.
Alcohol Content: 13.5% Vol.
Serving Temperature: 16°C - 18°C.
SKU / MPN: IT-FR-CHIARAMONTE-TT-375ML
2. Luxury Tasting Notes
Appearance: Presents a beautiful, intense and deep ruby red color, with clean and elegant violet reflections at the edges of the glass that denote its youth and care.
Nose: Very expressive, with a frank and seductive bouquet. Immediately, notes of ripe black and red fruits such as plums, wild blackberries, and black cherries stand out, accompanied by subtle nuances of cocoa, black pepper, cinnamon, and slight balsamic hints.
Palate: Broad, firm, and well-structured entry. Despite being a completely dry wine, it feels juicy and enveloping on the palate due to the ripeness of the fruit. Its tannins are extremely silky and fine, complemented by a balanced acidity that extends into a prolonged, spicy finish with a refined aftertaste.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Precise Gourmet Pairing: Being a dry, silky wine with good acidity, it is extraordinary for traditional Italian cuisine and Mediterranean cuts. It pairs ideally with pasta with ragù sauce, meat lasagna, eggplant parmesan, and gourmet sourdough pizzas. An excellent companion for roasted poultry, lamb skewers with fine herbs, duck breast, and even fatty fish grilled with a spice crust (like tuna). It harmonizes wonderfully with semi-cured cheeses like pecorino or provolone.
Suggested Moments:
- Gourmet Barbecue: The balanced structure and spicy finish of Nero d'Avola harmonize perfectly with grilled cuts like skirt steak or flank steak, providing freshness to the palate against the smoky flavor of the meat.
- Family Meal: The ideal companion for Sunday lunches with abundant pasta or homemade stews. Its dry but round profile appeals to both connoisseurs and occasional drinkers.
- Business (Work Dinners or Lunches): An excellent option for Italian restaurants or steakhouses that denotes knowledge and good taste without being overly pretentious.
- Special Celebration: Perfect for toasting on birthdays, reunions, or anniversaries, bringing the warmth and distinction of iconic Sicilian reds.
- Summer (Evenings on the Terrace): Thanks to its integrated freshness and smooth tannins, served chilled (at 16°C) it is delicious to enjoy on summer evenings outdoors with some gourmet tapas.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
What is the origin and the winery that produces this red wine?
This red wine is produced by the prestigious and award-winning Firriato winery. Its specific origin is in the vineyards of the Chiaramonte Estate, in the Agro di Trapani area, within the DOC Sicilia, in Italy.
Is this wine dry, semi-dry, or sweet?
It is a red wine strictly classified as dry. Although it has a very pleasant, juicy mouthfeel, full of fruity sensations due to the excellent ripeness of the grape under the Mediterranean sun, it has no added or residual sugars.
What type of grape is used in Firriato Chiaramonte?
It is made as a 100% monovarietal Nero d'Avola, the most representative and acclaimed native red grape of the island of Sicily.
Is it recommended to decant this wine before serving?
Being a dry red with great fruit expression and subtle oak aging, it is not strictly necessary to decant it. However, it is suggested to uncork the bottle about 15 or 20 minutes before consuming it so that its complex spicy and cocoa aromas can fully express themselves in the glass.
