Paolo Cali Cerasuolo di Vittoria

Manene is the signature wine of the the Calì family and the first one they made (named after Paolo’s son). A Cerasuolo di Vittoria that combines the aromatics of Frappato (40%) with the more robust Nero d'Avola (60%). At once more exotic, with sandalwood, spice and a hint of coffee. It opens up to intense blueberry, raspberry and almonds with silky tannins that gently grip. The finish is long and complex. It’s a great pairing for seared tuna, and both red and roasted white meats. Refined but very sexy, spicy, elegant and totally delicious.

The estate is 100% organic and all vines are hand harvested -not an easy task in sandy vineyards that are that far south. Minimal intervention in the cellar ensures the purest expression of the grapes – whole bunch fermentation, native yeasts, no additions during vinification. Stainless steel is used to keep freshness and aromas, but the single vineyard wines are aged in amphorae for over a year. You won’t find any new wood here, but some wines spend a bit of time in older wood.