Sinfonia di Rosso 2019 Alessandro Viola

Sinfonia di Rosso 2019 – Alessandro Viola

A wine that tells the soul of Nerello Mascalese

The Sinfonia di Rosso 2019 by Alessandro Viola is born in Contrada Pietra Rinosa, where clay soils and altitude enhance the elegance and freshness of this grape. This Sicilian red reflects the natural philosophy of the producer, minimizing human intervention to preserve authenticity. Limited production, remarkable balance, and a distinctive personality make it a true expression of Nerello Mascalese.

The story of a sincere label

Planted in 2006, the Nerello Mascalese vines have reached maturity, offering fruit with depth and balance. Originally from Mount Etna, this variety thrives in Alcamo, where it develops finesse and elegance. With Sinfonia di Rosso 2019, Viola continues his search for authenticity, creating a wine that unites Sicilian tradition with his personal winemaking vision.

Vineyard philosophy: natural balance

In Contrada Pietra Rinosa, the vineyard is farmed with spontaneous grassing and full respect for biodiversity. No invasive chemicals, only natural equilibrium that allows the grapes to develop freshness, acidity, and aromatic intensity. This is subtractive viticulture, where nature leads and man simply accompanies.

In the cellar: spontaneity and simplicity

The wine ferments spontaneously in stainless steel, without selected yeasts. It then matures in used oak tonneaux, which support rather than dominate the varietal character. Each stage of winemaking is designed to preserve the purity and identity of Nerello Mascalese, resulting in a red that is elegant, genuine, and vibrant.

Tasting notes

Colour: bright red with ruby highlights.
Nose: aromas of red berries, delicate spices, and floral hints.
Palate: fresh and elegant, with fine tannins and lively acidity.

Food pairings

Ideal with lamb and beef dishes, it also pairs beautifully with tartare and structured fish such as tuna and swordfish. A versatile red that embraces both Mediterranean tradition and refinement.

Technical sheet

• Producer: Alessandro Viola

• Country: Sicily – Italy

• Style: Red

• Vintage: 2019

• Grape variety: Nerello Mascalese 100%

• Alcohol: 13%

• Aging: used oak tonneaux

• Fermentation: spontaneous in stainless steel

• Bottle size: 0.75 L

• Weight: 1.4 Kg

• Serving temperature: 16–18 °C

• Note: Contains sulfites

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Cantina Viola in Alcamo: the heart of Sicilian wine

A family story and passion

In Alcamo, halfway between Trapani and Palermo, the Viola family has always nurtured a profound bond with wine and with its land. The father of Aldo and Alessandro was a winegrower, cultivating grapes mostly for sale, yet there was always a bottle of homemade wine on the family table. That constant presence shaped the children, who later decided to transform this heritage into their own professional path. Alessandro, after graduating in oenology and viticulture, gained experience in Piedmont and on Mount Etna, two regions that deeply influenced his vision. Thus, family tradition merged with a modern approach, offering a new interpretation of Sicilian viticulture focused on authenticity and respect for the land.

Philosophy in the vineyard: nature as the protagonist

At the end of the 1990s, while Sicilian wine production was dominated by technology and the pursuit of quantity, Alessandro Viola took the opposite route. He embraced a philosophy of subtractive viticulture, where the goal is not to control nature but to let it speak freely. His vineyards, located between Contrada Fastuchera and Contrada Pietra Rinosa, reflect this idea: seven hectares farmed with natural cover crops, free of invasive chemicals, and minimal intervention. For Viola, the vineyard is not just cultivated land but a living ecosystem, where natural balances enhance the quality of the final wines.

In the cellar: essentiality and authenticity

The same philosophy continues inside the winery. Every vinification is handled with simplicity, without excessive technology or artificial adjustments. The main aim is to preserve the identity of the grapes and the uniqueness of each terroir. Varieties such as Catarratto, Grillo, Nero d’Avola, Syrah and Nerello Mascalese are transformed into wines that tell not just the story of a grape, but also of the place they come from. Spontaneous fermentation and minimal manipulation ensure wines that are sincere, expressive, and faithful to the principle of natural purity.

Territory and varietals: between limestone and clay

Viola’s vineyards are divided between two very different sites. In Contrada Fastuchera, at around 400 meters above sea level, limestone soils and the presence of Mount Bonifato bring freshness and minerality. In Contrada Pietra Rinosa, clay soils and different altitudes give structure and depth. This dual character is reflected in the wines, which combine elegance, balance, and long aging potential. Each bottle thus becomes an authentic expression of Sicily, showing what the island can achieve when nature is allowed to tell its story.