Cerasuolo di Vittoria (Italy)
Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG is a red wine from Sicily.
Cerasuolo means cherry-like and it is a blend of two local grapes: Nero d' Avola and Frappato.
Cerasuolo di Vittoria Flavors
Red berry flavors are typical for Cerasuolo, with hints of Flowers and Spices.
 Sour Cherry |
 Black Cherry |
 Strawberry |
 Raspberry |
 Red Currant |
 Pomegranate |
 Carnation |
 Geranium |
 Eucalyptus |
 Rasin |
 Minerals |
 Salt |
Cerasuolo di Vittoria Profile
Cerasuolo di Vittoria is a medium bodied red wine with good acidity and a fruity taste:
| BODY: | Medium Plus |
| TANNINS: | Medium |
| FRUIT: | Medium - High |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - High |
| ALCOHOL: | 12-13% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 14-16°C (57-61°F) |
Cerasuolo di Vittoria Food Pairing
Cerasuolo pairs well with Mediterranean Cuisine.
 Antipasti |
 Charcuterie |
 Pasta |
 Pizza |
 Spicy |
 Tex-Mex |
 Burger |
 Fat Fish |
 Chicken |
 Lamb |
 Pork |
 Veal |
Excellent Pairings
Antipasti. Tapas. Rich Fish Soup.
Pasta. Pizza. Mushroom.
Risotto (with Meat or Mushroom Sauce).
Hamburger. Bacon Burger.
Roasted or Grilled Meat.
Grilled Fat Fish. Tuna. Mackerel. Swordfish.
Sicilia Specialities:
Chicken with Herbs.
Pizza Marinara.
The Ideal Glass for Cerasuolo di Vittoria
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The Bordeaux Glass was designed for enjoying fuller-bodied, tannic red wines. They are taller than other red wine glasses, and has a slimmer bowl. The tall size allows the bouquet of the wine to develop, smooth out rough edges, play down tannins, and allow the wine to achieve balance. The slimmer bowl directs the wine to the back of your mouth for a maximum taste. |
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Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG
The name Cerasuolo comes from the dialect word "Cerasa" which means Cherry and it is related to both the color and the taste.
It originates from the Turkish town of Cerasunte where cherries were imported by military-politician Lucullus during the Roman Empire.
Cerasuolo di Vittora was the first Sicilian wine to receive a DOCG.
Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG is a blend of two grapes native to Sicily. Nero D´Avola (50-70%) and Frappato (50-30%).
Nero D´Avola adds body and weight while Frappato adds cherry and strawberry flavors.
Wine Region Sicilia (Sicily)
Etna with the city of Catania in the foreground
Black Grapes |
White Grapes |
35% Cataratto |
13% Chardonnay |
Red Wines |
White Wines |
Cerasuolo |
Carricante |
Rosè Wines |
Dessert Wines |
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Soil
Volcanic mountains, volcanic hills and dark volcanic soil is covering most of Sicily, but is most significant around the Volcano Mount Etna.
Climate
Sicily is excellent for high-quality winemaking. With Mediterranean influences as well as lots of sunshine, the overall climate is warm and dry.
But, the island has mountains, and the benefit of altitude helps to moderate heat, preserve acidity, and even out ripening.
Winds from the oceans protect grapes from frost and mildew, and the harvest is one of the longest in Italy (90 days).
Sicilia has 1 DOCG and 23 DOC regions:
Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG
Alcamo DOC
Contea di Sclafani
Contessa Entellina DOC
Delia Nivolelli DOC
Eloro DOC
Erice DOC
Etna DOC
Faro DOC
Malvasia delle Lipari DOC
Mamertino di Milazzo
Marsala DOC
Menfi DOC
Monreale DOC
Noto DOC
Pantelleria DOC
Riesi DOC
Salaparuta DOC
Sambuca di Sicilia DOC
Santa Margherita di Belice DOC
Sciacca DOC
Sicilia DOC
Siracusa DOC
Vittoria DOC
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