Shiraz Il Paradosso 2021

Country
Italy
Region
Sicily
Producer
Casa Vinicola Botter spa
Grape(s)
Shiraz (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Spicy
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Not applicable
Alcohol Content
13%
Closure Style
Screw cap
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

Volcanic soils and a maritime influence combine to impart a distinct elegance and mineral character upon the island`s wines. Notable for its range of local varieties with Nero d`Avola and Nerello Mascalese making reliable, fleshy red wines, whilst Catarratto, Grillo and Inzolia yield surprisingly well balanced and flavourful white wines. You will also find the more recognised grapes of Syrah and Chardonnay performing really well in this warm Mediterranean climate. However, it is the uniquely rich and mineral influenced dessert wines that are perhaps Sicily`s greatest contribution to the wine world, from Marsala to Moscato di Pantelleria and Malvasia.

Producer

The company was born as a retailer in 1928 in the Veneto region for sales of wines in casks and demi-johns to restaurants and small retailers. The company is now run by the third generation and from their roots in Veneto they now have a portfolio of wines produced in some of Italy’s finest regions. Botter pride themselves on their focus of sustainability, going beyond reducing emissions, production of waste and non-renewable energy usage and taking a responsible approach for the whole production chain.
Tasting Notes
This wine was fermented in steel tanks for a pure fruit expression and then aged for three months in French oak rounding out the tannins and adding some complexity. Ruby-red in colour, the bouquet has subtle spices and fruity notes of blackberries, blueberries and mulberries. The feel of the wine is incredibly smooth on the palate with a pleasant sensation of ripe black cherries, plums, bramble fruit and fine chewy tannins lingering on the finish.
Food
Excellent partner to Mediterranean specialities such as pasta with tomato and olives, grilled red mullet or seabass and full flavoured meats.