2024 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties Carricante
Drinking Window 2025-2035
Classification Etna D.O.C. Bianco
Region Etna Bianco
Soil Sandy volcanic soil, Rich in minerals, With a sub-acid reaction and soil ph 6.8
Harvest Dates Hand-picked after mid-September
Vine Age Young vines
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel tanks
Pressing Method De-Stemmed And Softly Pressed
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details The vineyard is approximately 480 m above sea level, with approximately 6,000 vines/ha and a reported grape yield of 6,000 kg/ha. Young vines are head-trained and short-pruned as alberello bush vines. Fermentation lasts about 12 days at controlled temperature. The wine matures in stainless steel on fine lees for about 12 months with frequent stirring, followed by approximately 6 months in bottle. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C (50–54°F).
Tasting Notes Pale yellow with greenish tints; intense, rich yet delicate aromas of orange blossom and crisp green apple; dry and mineral, with lively acidity, salinity, and a persistent citrus-and-aromatic-herb finish
Food Pairing Fish, including elaborate recipes
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2023 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Carricante
Drinking Window 2025-2035
Classification Etna D.O.C. Bianco
Region Etna Bianco
Soil Sandy volcanic soil, Rich in minerals, With a sub-acid reaction and soil ph 6.8
Harvest Dates Hand-picked after mid-September
Vine Age Young vines
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel tanks
Pressing Method De-Stemmed And Softly Pressed
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details This was the wine’s first vintage and was made in limited quantity. The producer characterizes 2023 as a drier vintage. The vineyard is approximately 480 m above sea level, with approximately 6,000 vines/ha and a reported grape yield of 6,000 kg/ha. Young vines are head-trained and short-pruned as alberello bush vines. Fermentation lasts about 12 days at controlled temperature. The wine matures in stainless steel on fine lees for about 12 months with frequent stirring, followed by approximately 6 months in bottle. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C (50–54°F).
Tasting Notes Pale yellow with greenish tints; intense, rich yet delicate aromas including orange blossom, crisp green apple, delicate floral notes and a distinctive herbal nuance; dry, mineral and easy-drinking, with lively acidity, salinity, and a persistent citrus-and-aromatic-herb finish
Food Pairing Fish, including elaborate recipes
Producer Information
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Viagrande, Contrada Monte Serra, Southeast slope of Mount Etna, Sicily, Italy
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