Shiraz Casale del Giglio 2023

The Shiraz signed by Casale del Giglio is an important label in the history of the winery. The Syrah, an international grape variety found mainly in the French Rhône Valley, was indeed introduced for the first time in the province of Latina in 1985, thanks to the work done by Casale del Giglio. Since then, many advances have been made, and today this bottle presents itself with a solid profile, certifying the good work done over more than twenty years; the aromas on the nose are mainly fruity and spicy, while the sip is warm and harmonious.

This Shiraz is made from Syrah grapes that have reached perfect ripeness, harvested with care and attention. After destemming the bunches, the best berries are pressed, and the resulting must macerates cold for two days at a temperature of about 10 degrees. Fermentation continues for 10-12 days at 25-28 degrees, with the succession of some "délestage". After racking, which occurs exclusively by gravity, malolactic fermentation follows in steel. The final aging takes place in barrique for a period of one year; after bottling.continues the maturation in glass for another 6 months.

The Casale del Giglio Shiraz develops on the nose with a typically ruby color, crossed by more violet flashes at the rim. The fruit, expressed with various hints and references, is predominant on the nose, where notes of spices also emerge. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, balanced, with a sip characterized by well-balanced tannins; it finishes with a lingering slightly smoky aftertaste. A bottle with which the winery continues its production path where international grape varieties manage to integrate beautifully within the Lazio borders.