VERMOUTH ROSSO ALAGNA SICILY

This sweet wine, enriched with various aromatic herbs, is a classic Italian aperitif with an intense flavour that should be served chilled (6-8°C) just before a meal, accompanied by cheese, olives or savoury snacks.

Vermouth – specifically red vermouth made with Nero d’Avola grapes – is produced from a selection of local aromatic herbs, spices and roots that give the drink a distinct and complex character. The herbs are hand-picked in the Sicilian countryside, carefully selected and infused in neutral alcohol to extract their unique aromas and flavours. This mixture is then enriched with base wine, sugar and other secret ingredients, creating an attractive and irresistible elixir.

Vermouth has deep roots in Sicilian culture, dating back to ancient Rome and remaining alive in the heart of the island throughout the centuries. With its abundance of aromatic herbs and spices, Sicily offers fertile ground for the production of this unique aperitif. The influence of the various civilizations that passed through the island throughout history has helped to shape a rich and diverse tradition in vermouth production in the region. Vermouth captivates the senses with its complex and balanced flavour profile. On the nose, it reveals notes of fresh citrus, aromatic herbs, exotic spices and a touch of sweetness. On the palate, it offers a pleasant combination of bitterness, acidity and sweetness, resulting in a persistent and satisfying finish. While it is perfect to be enjoyed neat as an aperitif, vermouth also lends itself wonderfully to the preparation of a wide variety of classic and contemporary cocktails.

Vermouth is a versatile ingredient, suitable for various applications in both cooking and cocktails (Negroni, Negroni Sbagliato and Americano, among others).

Alagna Winery specialises mainly in the production of Marsala wines (Marsala Vergine, Marsala SOM, Marsala Fine and Marsala Superiore Garibaldi Dolce) and has received numerous prestigious awards for its wine production.

Grapes: Nero d'Avola

Growing region: Western Sicily

Training: Bush or espalier, dry Marsala vines

Colour: Typical amber

Aroma: Ethereal and intense

Flavour: full-bodied, persistent, with a bittersweet note from the cooked must

Production process: blend of Sicilian white grapes, 2% cooked must,
with added alcohol from wine-making raw materials, aged
for a minimum of 2 years in old oak barrels, in tuff cellars.

Characteristics: Can be stored for several years. Even after opening,
it maintains its organoleptic characteristics over time.

Sugar content: 14%

Alcohol content: 16.5% vol.

Food pairing: before a meal, accompanied by cheese, olives or savoury snacks.