Riserva del Conte 2016 Red DOC Contea Sclafani Tasca d'Almerita MAGNUM

Riserva del Conte 2016 Magnum, great personality Sicilian red DOC

Riserva del Conte 2016 Magnum by Tasca d'Almerita is an authoritative Sicilian red, born in the historic Tenuta Regaleali and designed for those seeking an identity-driven, deep, and rare wine. The union of Perricone and Nero d'Avola gives life to a wine with a strong yet balanced character, capable of accurately narrating the territory of Contea di Sclafani DOC and the winemaking vision of the winery.

Territory and wine style

The grapes come from the San Lucio vineyard, a historic plot cultivated in bush training at 480 meters a.s.l., on coarse sandy soils with limestone depth. This context, combined with the southeast exposure and careful vineyard management, helps define a wine of structure and finesse, with a profile that unites strength, balance, and capacity for evolution. The 2016 vintage, supported by favorable climatic conditions, allowed for a slow and complete maturation of the grapes, enhancing freshness and complexity.

Tasting notes

Riserva del Conte 2016 Magnum presents itself as an intense and concentrated red, with a rich aromatic weave and an elegant imprint. On the nose, it offers sensations reminiscent of ripe red fruit, spices, and evolving nuances linked to aging in chestnut. On the palate, it is powerful, austere in youth, and supported by firm tannins, but balanced by good freshness and a savory component that extends the sip. The fully completed malolactic fermentation and the 26 months in 500-liter chestnut barrels contribute to a harmonious, deep, and persistent profile.

Recommended pairings

This wine pairs naturally with structured dishes from Sicilian and Italian cuisine: roasts, red meats, oven-baked lamb, game, braised dishes, and aged cheeses. It is also excellent with flavorful preparations based on mushrooms or with traditional recipes of full taste, where the tannic component and the good acidity of the wine find the right balance.

Serving temperature

Serve Riserva del Conte 2016 Magnum at 16-18°C. To best appreciate its complexity, it is advisable to open it in advance and let it breathe in the bottle or decanter, especially in the early stages of its evolution.

Why buy it

It is a collectible wine, produced in limited and numbered quantities, that combines territorial value, production identity, and artisanal charm. The Magnum format enhances its capacity for evolution and makes it particularly interesting for a personal cellar, for an important dinner, or as a prestigious gift. Riserva del Conte 2016 Magnum represents a solid choice for those looking to buy a refined, Sicilian wine online that is consistent with a great winemaking tradition.