Wine "Regaleali" Le Rose IGT, 2014
Tasting Notes
The wine is characterized by a deep salmon-pink color.
Rich taste of wine with refreshing acidity, explosive notes of red fruits, which are beautifully highlighted floral and minty tones, with a long, flavorful finish
In the aromatic bouquet of wine trapped subtle tones of cherry, raspberry and blackberry nuances of rose petals.
Wine is served to snacks, it is recommended in combination with seafood, pasta, risotto.
Interesting Facts
In "Regaleali" Le Rosey is reflected all the passion and respect Tasca d'Almerita to wine and winemaking. Wine is made from grapes Nerello Maskaleze - virtually unknown outside the island of Sicily. Fermentation mash was held for 15 days in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 14 ° C. Part wort subjected to a secondary malolactic fermentation. Withstand the wine for 3 months in steel tanks. Potential wine storage - 2-3 years.
Additional awards and ratings "Regaleali" Le Rose:
• Vintage 2004 - prize "Price / Quality" (Oscar "Qualita / Prezzo") - Gambero Rosso "Almanacco del Berebene", 2006;
• Vintage 2006 - 3 roses - I Vini Rosati del Gambero Rosso;
• Vintage 2006 - prize "Price / Quality" (Oscar "Qualita / Prezzo") - Gambero Rosso "Almanacco del Berebene", 2008.
History Conte Tasca d'Almerita begins in 1830, when brothers Don and Don Lucio Tasca acquired Carmelo Mastrodzhovanni Regaleali former fortress, which is located on the border between the provinces of Palermo and Kaltanisetta, in the heart of Sicily. Regaleali name comes from the Arabic "RahalAli" - farm Ali. Much has changed since then, but remain unchanged - the love of the area, respect for tradition, the cultivation of grapes and a remarkable production of high quality wines.
Tasca d'Almerita company has existed for over 150 years, today it is known worldwide for its wines regularly receive awards at various competitions. Land farm consists of 500 hectares, 360 of which are given over to vineyards. They are located at an altitude of 400 to 750 meters above sea level. The local climate has unique characteristics, it allows you to collect a late harvest, making wine acquire unique tone. In the year produced 3 million bottles.
The motto of the economy reads: "Tradition and innovation". Tasca d'Almerita owners care about the traditions and keeping pace with the times. They are used in the production of advanced equipment, thus solving, issues of tomorrow, today.
Producer's description
The history of Conte Tasca d'Almerita begins in 1830, when the brothers Don Lucio and Don Carmelo Mastrogiovanni Tasca acquired the former fortress of Regaleali, which lies on the border between the provinces of Palermo and Caltanisetta, in the heart of Sicily. The name Regaleali comes from the Arabic "Rahal Ali" - Ali's farm.
Much has changed since then, but the love for the area, the respect for tradition, the cultivation of wonderful grapes and the production of high-quality wines remain unchanged. The Tasca d'Almerita company has existed for more than 150 years, today it is known throughout the world for its wines, which regularly receive awards at various competitions. The farm's land totals 500 hectares, 360 of which are devoted to vineyards. They are located at an altitude of 400 to 750 meters above sea level.
The local climate has unique characteristics, which allows for a later harvest, which gives the wines a unique flavor. 3 million bottles are produced per year. The motto of the farm is: “Tradition and innovation.” The owners of Tasca d'Almerita care about tradition and keep up with the times. They use the latest equipment in production, thus solving the issues of tomorrow today.
At the Tasca d'Almerita estate, zonal research and clone selection work are constantly underway. In accordance with their results, new vines are planted every year. In addition, the estate has experimental vineyards, where grape varieties from all over the world are compared (Italian, Greek, Spanish, French, etc.), and new rootstocks and new clones of autochthonous and international varieties are tested. Thanks to four artificial lakes, the vineyards are never affected by the hot and dry sirocco wind that sometimes rages during the hot Sicilian summer. The quality of the wine that will be obtained at the winery is established in the vineyards, and technology can only emphasize what is given by nature.
