Nero d’Avola was introduced to Ricca Terra Farms out of pure frustration during the millennium drought. Faced with the reality of a limited supply of irrigated water in the future, Ricca Terra needed a grape variety that could withstand the warm and dry climate of the Riverland region.

After extensive in-field trials, they learned that only half the irrigated water was required to grow quality Nero d’Avola grapes compared to some French varieties. Twelve years on, Nero d’Avola is without a doubt Ricca Terra Farm’s flagship grape variety.

Nero d’Avola was one of the first grape varieties planted on their vineyard. Its resilience and ability to thrive with minimum inputs such as water, makes it their ‘king of kings’.

The fermentation of the grapes includes some whole bunch combined with natural and inoculated fermentation. Wine is matured for six months in old French barrels to ensure the characters of the grape are not masked by oak.

Barrel fermented for no more than 6 months in old oak. Approximately 10% whole bunch. Minimal filtration at bottling.

Alc/Vol: 14.0%