Fontanarossa di Cerda

About the wine

The Fontanarossa di Cerda IGT covers wines produced within the administrative territory of Cerda in the province of Palermo, Sicily. This denomination allows for the production of white, red, and rosé wines, including frizzante and novello styles. The viticultural history of the area is deeply rooted, with archaeological evidence suggesting it served as an important agricultural hub for the ancient Greek city of Himera. The region is characterized by hilly terrain with siliceous and sandy-clay soils and a Mediterranean climate, which provides favorable conditions for viticulture. The disciplinare permits a range of international and indigenous grape varieties, including Nero d'Avola, Inzolia, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Producers must adhere to specific yield limits and minimum alcohol levels, with the goal of maintaining the traditional quality and organoleptic characteristics associated with this historic Sicilian terroir.

Grape varieties

Production & aging

The production area for Fontanarossa di Cerda IGT is strictly limited to the entire administrative territory of the municipality of Cerda, located in the province of Palermo, Sicily. The landscape consists of hilly terrain with soils derived from siliceous matrices and sandy clays, benefiting from a Mediterranean climate.