Etna Rosso DOC
Nerello Mascalese has grown for centuries in and around Etna and it thrives in the sandy volcanic soil and in the long growing seasons of the elevated slopes of the Etna volcano. The wines from Etna are often compared to the best Pinot Noirs in the world and in Italy, the area is often referred to as “the Burgundy of Italy,” because of the wine’s similarities to the highly esteemed French counterpart.
This particular version comes from a single vineyard near the town of Castiglione di Sicilia, 600 meters (1,968 feet) above sea level. It ages three months in French, fine-grained oak barrels that have been lightly toasted. Trademark Etna Rosso features abound in this entry-level version: a virtual explosion of flavor, full of fruity and floral aromas, laced with sweet spice. Lovely acidity, preserved by the cool overnight temperatures and elegant tannins.
Wine exported to
Canada, USA, Singapore, Australia, Turks and Caicos
Most recent awards
- 2020 | James Suckling90
- 2019 | Vinous92
Grape Varieties:
100% Nerello Mascalese
Fermentation container:
Concrete tanks
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
8 days
Type of yeast:
Cultivated
Fermentation temperature:
22-28 °C (71.6-82.4 °F)
Maceration technique:
traditional
Length of maceration:
18 days
Malolactic fermentation:
Yes
Aging containers:
Oak barrels
Container size:
700 Lt
Container age:
2/6 years old
Type of oak:
French, fine-grained, light toast
Bottling period:
June
Aging before bottling:
3 months
Aging in bottle:
3 months
Closure:
Diam 3
Organic:
Yes
Vineyard location:
Solicchiata, Mount Etna, Sicily
Vineyard size:
4 acres (10 acres)
Soil composition:
Volcanic, stony, sandy loam
Vine training:
Alberello, Espalier
Altitude:
800 meters (2,625 feet) above sea level
Vine density:
4500 plants per hectare
Yield:
50-60 q.li/Ha
Exposure:
Northern
Years planted:
1989, 2008
Age of vines:
11-30 years old
Time of harvest:
Mid-October
First vintage of this wine:
2011
Total yearly production (in bottles):
30,000 ¬
Tasting notes:
Berries and brushwood; elegance, minerality and long-lasting on the palate.
Serving temperature:
Best served at 16-18 °C (60.8-64.4 °F).
Food pairings:
Pairs well with red tuna, caponata (typical Sicilian dish similar to ratatouille), white meat and cheese.
Aging potential:
Up to 10 years
Alcohol:
Alc. Cont. by Vol.: 14.5%
Winemaker:
Michele e Mario Faro
