Didyme
A Malvasia delle Lipari harvested at just the correct point of ripeness and immediately vinified. A dry wine with good acidity that enhances its savory side, with notes of aromatic and floral herbs reminiscent of the Mediterranean vegetation typical of the island. An expression of the volcanic territory in its essence. This is why Didyme bears the ancient name of the island of Salina.
VINEYARD
THE TWO SIDES OF THE ISLAND
A vineyard dating back to 1961, probably born as bush vines and later readapted to spurred cordon. Each vine represents a work of art that tells of harvests, dry seasons alternating with torrential rains, and the more recent drastic climatic changes. Despite everything, each year the vines produce their fruit with consistency and balance.
SOIL
THE OLDEST VOLCANIC SOILS IN SICILY
The soils of Salina are volcanic in origin and have a poorly developed profile. They are characterized by a loose, sandy, draining texture and high porosity. They do, however, have good water retention.
Characteristics
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1. Flavor intensity
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2. Body
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3. Tannin
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4. Acidity
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5. Alcohol
Details
Grapes: Malvasia
Appellation: White – Salina IGT
Production area: Tenuta Capofaro – Salina – Aeolian Islands – Sicily
Training system: espalier
Pruning system: guyot
Vines per ha: 4,000
Yield per ha: 35 ql
Harvest period: September 5th, 2023
Climate trends: fresh and rainy spring. Temperate and dry summer. The production is low but the health and quality of the Malvasia grapes is
excellent
Fermentation: in stainless steel tanks
Fermentation temperature: 16°C
Duration of fermentation: 15 days
Malolactic fermentation: not carried out
Aging: in stainless steel tanks on lees for 4 months
Alcohol content: 12% Vol.
Wine analytical data: pH 3.34 – TA 6.2 g/l – RS 1.9 g/l – TE 21 g/l
Contains sulphites
Awards
- Vintage 2022Guide Wine EnthusiastAward 92/100
- Vintage 2022Guide BibendaAward Cinque Grappoli
- Vintage 2022Guide VinousAward 91/100
- Vintage 2022Guide The WineHunterAward Oro
- Vintage 2021Guide Robert ParkerAward 92/100
- Vintage 2021Guide James SucklingAward 91/100
- Vintage 2021Guide FalstaffAward 90/100
- Vintage 2021Guide BibendaAward Cinque Grappoli