REGION: Sicilia

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Ribeca is the fruit of multiple decades of work recovering the relic vine of Perricone, from which Firriato has selected their own clone. The company has always believed in the quality of this vine variety that comes from the Sicilian wine-producing tradition, which is grown on the Pianoro Cuddìa Estate. This area has extremely windy & dry soil & climate conditions, & is where Perricone has found the ideal conditions for bringing out all its character. Firriato’s clone construes all the varietal characteristics of this once diffuse vine that has now all but vanished.

Color: a mix of ruby red & deep purple

Nose: scents of marasca cherry jam, blackberries & prunes, with nuances of clove, ginger, juniper, ink & liquorice

Flavor/Finish: excellent structure & Mediterranean lushness; crisp fruit supported by balanced acidity & silky, caressing & dynamic tannins

Varietal: 100% Perricone

Food Pairing: legumes, matured cheeses, roasted or braised red meats, spicy food

Process: hand-picked, fermentation in stainless steel tanks; aged 10-12 months in French durmast barriques, then 6 months in bottle

Serving Temperature: 64 °F

Alcohol: 14.8%

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