Vulcan | Organic Red Wine

 Roman God of Fire

Organic Red Wine | 100% Nero d’Avola | Alc. 14%

Varietal description: Nero d’Avola is the most important indigenous grape and most widely planted red wine grape in Sicily. Its name means “the black grape of Avola”. This wine is fruit-forward with of notes of licorice and spice. It pairs best with bold, rich foods.

Appearance: Ruby red

Aromas + Flavors: Dark berry fruits, plum, blackberry, spice, licorice

Structure: Full-bodied, medium tannins, well balanced

Food pairing suggestions: BBQ, burgers, pulled pork, meatballs, lasagna, pizza, smoked meats, steak

Vulcan, who’s namesake means “volcano,” was tossed into Mount Etna, an active volcano in Sicily, by his mother, the goddess Juno, for being ugly and lame. It was these imperfections that compelled Vulcan to seek perfection in his craft as the blacksmith for all the gods and goddesses in Olympus. He forged his weapons and armor, thrones, and jewelry in the red-hot flames of the volcano. Vulcan’s fiery personality is balanced by the beauty and elegance of his wife, Venus, the goddess of love.