Cerasuolo di Vittoria (Italy)
Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG is a red wine from Sicily.
Cerasuolo means cherry-like and it is a blend of two local grapes: Nero d' Avola and Frappato.
Typical Flavors
 Sour Cherry |
 Black Cherry |
 Strawberry |
 Raspberry |
 Red Currant |
 Pomegranate |
 Carnation |
 Geranium |
 Eucalyptus |
 Rasin |
 Minerals |
 Salt |
Red berry flavors are typical for Cerasuolo.
Hints of Flowers and Spices.
Profile
Cerasuolo is a light red wine with light tannins, good acidity and a fruity taste:
| BODY | Light | ||
| TANNINS | Light | ||
| FRUIT | Medium - High | ||
| ACIDITY | Medium - High | ||
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Food Pairing
 Antipasti |
 Charcuterie |
 Pasta |
 Pizza |
 Spicy |
 Tex-Mex |
 Burger |
 Fat Fish |
 Chicken |
 Lamb |
 Pork |
 Veal |
Cerasuolo pairs well with Mediterranean Cuisine.
Pairing Suggestions
Excellent Pairing:
Antipasti. Tapas. Rich Fish Soup.
Pasta. Pizza. Mushroom.
Risotto (with Meat or Mushroom Sauce).
Hamburger. Bacon Burger.
Roasted or Grilled Meat.
Grilled Fat Fish. Tuna. Mackerel. Swordfish.
Cheese:
Ragusano. Pecorino. Scamorza.
Sicilia Specialities:
Chicken with Herbs.
Pizza Marinara.
If You Like Cerasuolo di Vittoria
You Might Also Like:
| Barbera (Italy) |
| Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo (Italy) |
| Dolcetto (Italy) |
| Frappato (Italy) |
| Gamay Noir (USA) |
| Garnacha (Spain) |
| GSM Wines (France) |
| Schiava (Italy) |
| Teroldego (Italy) |
The Ideal Glass
The Burgundy glass is perfect for a light and fruity red wine.
The glass is broader than other red wine glasses.
The larger bowl has the function of accumulating the aromas of delicate red wines. It also allows a proper swirling, channeling the aromas upwards.
In addition, the style of the glass directs the wine to the tip of your tongue
for a better reception of the tastes.
Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG
The name Cerasuolo comes from the dialect word "Cerasa" which means Cherry and it is related to both the color and the taste.
It originates from the Turkish town of Cerasunte where cherries were imported by military-politician Lucullus during the Roman Empire.
Cerasuolo di Vittora was the first Sicilian wine to receive a DOCG.
Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG is a blend of two grapes native to Sicily. Nero D´Avola (50-70%) and Frappato (50-30%).
Nero D´Avola adds body and weight while Frappato adds cherry and strawberry flavors.
Best Known Producer:
Sicilia (Sicily)
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean. The capital is Palermo.
It is known for old ruins, sandy beaches, seafood, and the Marsala dessert wine.
Sicily is also well respected for the dry wines of Etna and Vittoria.
Red Wines:
Cerasuolo
Etna Rosso
Frappato
Nerello Mascalese
Nero d'Avola
Perricone
White Wines:
Carricante
Cataratto
Etna Bianco
Fiano
Grillo
Inzolia
Malvasia Secco
Sicilia Bianco
Rosé Wines:
Cerasuolo di Vittoria
Nero d'Avola Rosato
