Ribeca Sicilia IGT - Firriato

At the rim, there is also a color transition to garnet red. When swirling the glass, this red wine reveals a high density and fullness, which is evident in the clear stained glass windows at the edge of the glass. Poured into a red wine glass, this red wine from Italy reveals wonderfully expressive aromas of plum, blackcurrant, mulberry and black cherry, rounded off with black tea, dark chocolate and cocoa bean.

The Firriato Ribeca Sicilia impresses with its elegantly dry taste. It was bottled with exceptionally little residual sugar. As you would expect from a wine in the top wine segment, this Italian naturally delights with the finest balance despite its dryness. Taste does not necessarily require a lot of residual sugar. Thanks to its vital fruit acidity, Ribeca Sicilia is wonderfully fresh and lively on the palate. The finish of this mature red wine from the wine-growing region of Sicily impresses with a beautiful aftertaste.

Vinification of Ribeca Sicilia from Firriato

This powerful red wine from Italy is made from the Perricone grape variety. After harvesting, the grapes are immediately taken to the winery. Here they are sorted and carefully crushed. This is followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Fermentation is followed by maturation on the fine lees for several months before the wine is finally drawn off.

Recommendation for Firriato Ribeca Sicilia

This Italian wine is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It is the perfect accompaniment to stuffed peppers, roast veal liver with apples, onions and balsamic vinegar sauce or boeuf bourguignon.