Il Piccolo

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Montecarrubo is a boutique winery located on the remains of an ancient volcanic crater in Sicily, Italy. The estate was founded in 2005 by Peter Vinding-Diers, a renowned Danish winemaker, and his wife Susie. Montecarrubo focuses on crafting high-quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. The vineyards benefit from constant sea breezes and volcanic soil, which contribute to the distinct character of the wines. Montecarrubo produces a variety of wines, including blends of Syrah, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot. The wines are known for their vibrant flavours and elegant profiles. The winery uses traditional methods such as hand harvesting and fermentation in cement vats, followed by aging in old Pomerol barrels. Some of their notable wines include "Il Carrubo" and "Vignolo," which have received high praise for their complexity and richness​.

Il Piccolo is a blend of 80% Syrah, 15% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, carefully selected and hand harvested. This particular vintage contains some of the grapes normally used in the domaine's top wines, Vignolo and Vigna Grande, providing a rare depth, character and quality.

The wine is fermented on cement and matured in old Pomerol casks for 9 months, resulting in a medium-bodied wine with rich nuances of dark berries and herbs as well as a refreshing coolness. It is known for its freshness and excellent fruit flavors, subtly enhanced by the French oak barrels.