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La Monaca

For years we have been experimenting with Syrah, an international variety thriving in the ideal conditions on our lands. La Monaca is our unique interpretation of this grape variety. The wine takes its name from a hill of the same name, which plays a crucial role in our viticulture because of its rich, natural water sources. The water resources, together with the breeze coming from the Gulf of Castellammare, allow for a consistent and thorough ripening that is reflected in the strong Mediterranean taste of La Monaca wine.

GRANDE VIGNA LA MONACA

AN IDEAL VINEYARD, IDENTIFIED AFTER YEARS OF EXPERIMENTATION

The Vigna La Monaca, two hectares planted in 2011 at an altitude of 320 meters above sea level, has a northeast exposure that provides good light as well as protection from hot summer temperatures. This means that in hotter and drier years the vines suffer less, allowing for consistent ripening. The low vigor, low productivity, and soil characteristics are conducive to a balanced and complete ripening of the grapes, more suitable for full-bodied red wines intended for bottle age. The training system is espalier, with guyot pruning and a density of 4,600 vines per hectare.

Soil

COOL SOILS, WHERE SYRAH THRIVES

The Vigna La Monaca is characterized by sandy-textured soil (37.4% sand, 12.5% clay), which is well aerated, very draining, and therefore drier, making the vines less vigorous. The presence of active limestone facilitates the development of aromas and the richness of potassium promotes the accumulation of sugars, aromas, and anthocyanins in the grapes.

Characteristics

  • 1. Flavor intensity
  • 2. Body
  • 3. Tannin
  • 4. Acidity
  • 5. Alcohol

Details

As a certified B Corp, we are proud to be part of a global movement of companies committed to upholding high standards of social and environmental impact.
As members of Sostain, we join an association of winemakers dedicated to the sustainable development of Sicily.
We are part of a select group of winemakers, ambassadors of sustainability, who have demonstrated extraordinary efforts in practicing environmentally friendly viticulture in the face of evolving climate challenges.

Grapes: Syrah
Appellation: Monreale Red DOC
Production area: Tenuta Sallier de La Tour – Monreale (PA) – Sicily
Vineyard: La Monaca
Year Planted: 2011
Elevation: 320 m.a..s.l.
Exposure: northeast
Training system: espalier
Pruning system: guyot
Vines per ha: 4,600
Yield per ha: 80 ql
Fermentation: traditional in red
Fermentation temperature: 25-30°C
Duration of fermentation: 15 days
Malolactic fermentation: fully developed
Aging: in French oak barrels for 14 months
Alcohol content: 15% Vol.
Wine analytical data: pH 3.42 – TA 6 g/l – RS 1.1 g/l – TE 32.2 g/l
Contains sulphites

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Awards

  • Vintage 2020
    Guide James Suckling
    Award 92/100
  • Vintage 2020
    Guide The Wine Hunter
    Award Rosso
  • Vintage 2020
    Guide Vitae 2024
    Award 3 Viti e mezzo
    91/100
  • Vintage 2020
    Guide I Vini di Veronelli
    Award 91/100
  • Vintage 2019
    Guide James Suckling
    Award 93/100
  • Vintage 2019
    Guide The Wine Hunter
    Award Rosso
  • Vintage 2019
    Guide Vinous
    Award 93/100
  • Vintage 2019
    Guide Falstaff
    Award 92/100
  • Vintage 2019
    Guide Robert Parker
    Award 92/100
  • Vintage 2018
    Guide James Suckling
    Award 93/100
  • Vintage 2018
    Guide Falstaff
  • Vintage 2018
    Guide Wine Enthusiast
    Award 90/100
  • Vintage 2017
    Guide Vinous
    Award 90/100
  • Vintage 2018
    Guide Wine Enthusiast
    Award 90/100
  • Vintage 2017
    Award 94/100
  • Vintage 2017
    Guide Robert Parker
    Award 93+/100
  • Vintage 2017
    Guide Robert Parker
    Award 94/100
  • Guide Robert Parker
    Award 92+/100
  • Vintage 2010
    Guide Luca Maroni
  • Vintage 2010
    Guide Luca Maroni
    Award 94/100
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