Nero d’Avola 'Helios' - Regal Wine Imports

Style

Red

Type

Still

Winemaker

Gunther & Klaus Di Giovanna

Appellation

DOC Sicilia

Varieties

Nero d'Avola, Syrah (Shiraz)

Viticulture

Hand harvested grapes in boxes of 20 kg each, destemmed and crushed.

Farming

Certified Organic

Terroir

Mixed clay and volcanic tuff soil.

Ratings & Reviews

Helios is crafted from a historic family parcel called Paradiso in Contessa Entellina where the vines are over 30 years old and at 1,400 feet of elevation. Here, the ancient history of Nero d’Avola and Syrah are deeply linked to the western Sicilian wine tradition. Helios, the Greek god of sun, is named after the winery's founder Aurelio Di Giovanna. Helios represents the pinnacle of the family's passion and dedication to their organically cultivated vineyards. 85% Nero d'Avola, 15% Syrah.

Vinification

Fermentation in open top oak barrels with manual punching and native yeasts. Long maceration (20-21gg) and malolactic fermentation.

Aging

15 months in stainless steel, 9 months in French tonneau

Features

Bottle, Cork, Vegan

Available Sizes (L)

0.750

Distribution Area

Delaware, National, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania

Tech Sheets

Di Giovanna Nero d’Avola 'Helios' - Regal TS

Tasting Note

This flagship Nero d’Avola is surprising for its elegance, showing a mix of ripe dark fruits and black cherry. A persuasive Nero d’Avola and Syrah blend, with aromas of sweet spice, black cherry and earthy notes. Balanced with a tannic texture of great finesse and a beautiful saline line giving freshness and length to the flavors

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