Diodoros project: brand new Wine of Temples in Agrigento

Agrigento is Diodoros project was launched to create the'' Wine'' of the temples, a special red wine made ??from Viticultori associated Canicatti '(Agrigento) with the grapes that grow in the temple of Juno.

The Archaeological Park and the cellar have reached an agreement to enhance the historic vineyards of the valley. Under the temple of Juno, there are deep and sandy soils that are perfect for the cultivation autochthonous vines, which produce wines of exceptional balance and elegance.
The plan is part of the bottles produced will go to the Archaeological Park with the brand Diodoros. The rest will be 'sold next year from the cellar.

'' This first harvest - explains John Greek, President Cva Canicatti '- will produce about 5,000 bottles of a blend of Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese. This wine will be 'aged for about two years in small French oak barrels and will be' put on the market no earlier than 2014, with the brand Diodoros that will call 'the history and culture of our country, in line with our philosophy of production, and will put 'in light of the growing soul of one of the most' beautiful in the world.'' The deep, sandy soils of the vineyards located in the temple of Juno are well suited to the variety 'more native' spread in the area and will help to create elegant wines, harmonious and great longevity '.


Source: Reuters