Among the marvels of Norman Palermo stood the royal textile workshops, known in Arabic as Tiraz. These ateliers represented the pinnacle of mastery in weaving and embroidery, producing luxurious fabrics destined for the royal court and for the most prestigious diplomatic gifts. The mantle of Roger II is regarded as one of the greatest masterpieces of this art. Crafted from imperial purple silk—a color reserved for royalty—it was embellished with golden embroideries portraying hunting scenes, Islamic geometric motifs, and symbols of Norman kingship.

The connection between the organoleptic qualities of our Nero d’Avola and the king’s precious mantle is born from a poetic yet deeply meaningful analogy. Like the regal drape, Il Manto reveals a fine texture and a soft embrace, reminiscent of the most exquisite silk. In the language of wine, “texture” describes the gustatory structure—an intricate weave of flavors, aromas, and tactile sensations that unfold on the palate. Il Manto displays a particularly refined texture: silky, well-integrated tannins and a perfectly balanced acidity that harmonizes with the softness of alcohol, creating an enveloping smoothness, like the touch of a precious fabric against the skin.

Just as Roger II’s mantle was finely crafted by the master artisans of the Tiraz, so too is our Nero d’Avola “sculpted” by time and winemaking expertise. Every stage of vinification—from the careful selection of grapes to the refinement process—shapes the details of this liquid masterpiece, creating the harmonious complexity that distinguishes truly great wines. And just as gems were set into the royal fabric to heighten its beauty, so too are aromas and flavors seamlessly woven into the structure of the wine, composing a sensory experience of rare intensity.