Gergenti Il Vero Siciliano 2024 vs Robert Oatley G-21 Grenache 2021
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £16.99 | £16.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Gergenti Estate | Robert Oatley |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Nero d'Avola | Grenache |
| Region | Sicily | McLaren Vale |
| Country | Italy | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Gergenti Il Vero Siciliano 2024
Gergenti Il Vero Siciliano is an authentic blend that captures the true spirit of Sicily . Crafted from three of the island's most expressive native varieties, Nero d'Avola , Nerello Mascalese and Frappato , it reflects the sun-drenched vineyards, mineral-rich soils and timeless winemaking traditions of southern Italy . Why You'll Love It This is Sicilian red wine at its most honest and characterful. Gergenti's philosophy is simple: let the island speak for itself. By blending three complementary native varieties and allowing the grapes to hang a little longer on the vine for extra concentration, they produce a wine of real depth and warmth that still retains the freshness and vibrancy Sicily does so well. Generous, approachable and full of personality. Vineyard and Production Grapes are grown on hillside vineyards and left on the vines for a few extra days after reaching maturity to achieve greater concentration and aromatic depth. After fermentation, the wine is aged for six months in large oak barrels, developing structure, roundness and complexity while maintaining its vibrant fruit character. Tasting Notes Deep ruby red in colour, Il Vero Siciliano opens with aromas of ripe red fruits and subtle spice. The palate is soft and full-bodied, offering layers of cherry, plum and wild berries balanced by gentle tannins and a smooth, lingering finish. Perfect Pairings Ideal with hearty meat dishes, aged cheeses and traditional Sicilian cold cuts. Also excellent with slow-braised lamb, pasta with rich meat sauces or a rustic charcuterie board. Grape Varieties Nero d'Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Frappato
Robert Oatley G-21 Grenache 2021
Robert Oatley G-21 Grenache is a bright and lively unoaked red from the southern end of McLaren Vale, South Australia. Offering lifted aromatics of red fruits and subtle spice, this wine is light and elegant on the palate with a breezy, fresh personality reminiscent of young Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, or Sangiovese. Best served lightly chilled to showcase its vibrant charm. Why You'll Love It This is McLaren Vale Grenache at its most approachable—light, fresh, and beautifully elegant. The Signature Series from Robert Oatley highlights varietal purity and easy enjoyment, crafted to showcase the vibrant fruit character of Grenache without oak influence. The result is a wine that's perfect for casual drinking, summer gatherings, and pairing with lighter fare, offering exceptional drinkability and charm. Vineyard & Production Grapes are grown in the southern McLaren Vale subregion, where a combination of soil types and warm coastal breezes encourages balanced acidity and ripe, expressive fruit. Fermented on skins in a mix of open and closed fermenters to extract gentle aromatics and colour. The wine is then briefly aged in tanks before bottling to preserve its vibrant, unoaked character and fresh fruit expression. Tasting Notes This light and elegant Grenache opens with delicate aromas of red cherry and berry fruits, with a subtle hint of spice. The palate is light-bodied, refreshing and silky, showing bright red fruit character with lively acidity. The finish is bright, elegant and vibrant, with a breezy freshness that invites another glass. Perfect Pairings A versatile food wine, perfect as a summer aperitif or with antipasti, charcuterie, light Mediterranean dishes, grilled vegetables, or pizza. Serve lightly chilled. Also excellent with tapas and casual dining. The Blend 100% Grenache from McLaren Vale, South Australia
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