2024 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Carricante
Classification Etna D.O.C. Bianco
Region Etna Bianco
Soil Sandy volcanic soil, Rich in skeleton and minerals, With a sub-acid profile
Orientation South-West Slope Of Mount Etna
Harvest Dates Hand-harvested after the second week of October
Vine Age 50 years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel tanks
Pressing Method De-Stemmed And Softly Pressed
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details The vineyard is at almost 950 m, with 6,500 plants/ha and a grape yield of 6,000 kg/ha. Controlled-temperature fermentation lasts about 12 days. The wine matures in tank on fine lees with periodic stirring for 12 months, followed by 6 months in bottle. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Pale yellow with bright greenish reflections; intense yet delicate aromas of orange blossom and ripe apple; dry and mineral, with pleasant acidity and anise-and-almond persistence
Food Pairing Fish-based dishes, including elaborate preparations
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2023 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Carricante
Classification Etna D.O.C. Bianco
Region Etna Bianco
Soil Sandy volcanic soil, Rich in skeleton and minerals, With a sub-acid profile
Orientation South-West Slope Of Mount Etna
Harvest Dates Hand-harvested after the second week of October
Vine Age 50 years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel tanks
Pressing Method De-Stemmed And Softly Pressed
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details The vineyard is at almost 950 m, with 6,500 plants/ha and a grape yield of 6,000 kg/ha. Controlled-temperature fermentation lasts about 12 days. The wine matures in tank on fine lees with periodic stirring for 12 months, followed by 6 months in bottle. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Pale yellow with bright greenish reflections; intense yet delicate aromas of orange blossom and ripe apple; dry and mineral, with pleasant acidity and anise-and-almond persistence
Food Pairing Fish-based dishes, including elaborate preparations
Sources: club.benanti.it ↗ · Compare this vintage
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 12.0%
Residual Sugar 0.6 g/L
pH 6.3
Total Acidity 3.21 g/L
Calories (estimated) 100 kcal / glass
150ml glass100 kcal
750ml bottle500 kcal
Grape Varieties 100% Carricante
Classification Etna D.O.C. Bianco
Region Etna Bianco
Soil Sandy volcanic soil, Rich in skeleton and minerals, With a sub-acid profile
Orientation South-West Slope Of Mount Etna
Harvest Dates Hand-harvested after the second week of October
Vine Age 50 years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel tanks
Pressing Method De-Stemmed And Softly Pressed
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details The producer reports an altitude of almost 950 m, 6,500 plants/ha and a grape yield of 6,000 kg/ha. Controlled-temperature fermentation lasts about 12 days. The wine matures in tank on fine lees with periodic stirring for 12 months, followed by 6 months in bottle. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Pale yellow with bright greenish tints; intense yet delicate orange-blossom and ripe-apple aromas; dry and mineral, with aromatic persistence and an anise-and-almond aftertaste
Food Pairing Fish-based dishes, including elaborate preparations
2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties Carricante
Classification Etna D.O.C. Bianco
Region Etna Bianco
Soil Sandy volcanic soil, Rich in skeleton and minerals, With a sub-acid profile
Orientation South-West Slope Of Mount Etna
Harvest Dates Hand-harvested after the second week of October
Vine Age 50 years
Fermentation Vessels Stainless steel tanks
Pressing Method De-Stemmed And Softly Pressed
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Production Details The vineyard is at almost 950 m, with 6,500 plants/ha and a grape yield of 6,000 kg/ha. Controlled-temperature fermentation lasts about 12 days. The wine matures in tank on fine lees with periodic stirring for 12 months, followed by 6 months in bottle. Recommended serving temperature is 10–12°C.
Tasting Notes Pale yellow with bright greenish reflections; intense yet delicate aromas of orange blossom and ripe apple; dry and mineral, with pleasant acidity and anise-and-almond persistence
Food Pairing Fish-based dishes, including elaborate preparations
Sources: club.benanti.it ↗ · Compare this vintage
Producer Information
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Address
Viagrande, Contrada Monte Serra, Southeast slope of Mount Etna, Sicily, Italy
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