2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Residual Sugar 0.89 g/L
pH 3.42
Total Acidity 6.18 g/L
Calories (estimated) 120 kcal / glass
150ml glass120 kcal
750ml bottle600 kcal
Drinking Window 2036+
Classification Etna DOC
Region Etna Rosso
Sulfites 78.0 ppm
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details Matured for 18 months using a stated 40/60 oak-barrel/cement-tank split; dry extract 30.06 g/L; recommended serving range 18–20°C.
Tasting Notes Deep ruby with garnet reflections; black cherry, wild berries, dark chocolate, Mediterranean herbs, smoky minerals, rosemary, thyme and tobacco; structured yet silky, with dark fruit, balsamic spice, saline minerality and persistent tannins
Food Pairing Dark meat, game birds, offal, mature cheese, terrines and mild game dishes
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2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Residual Sugar 0.95 g/L
pH 3.45
Total Acidity 6.21 g/L
Calories (estimated) 125 kcal / glass
150ml glass125 kcal
750ml bottle625 kcal
Grape Varieties 98% Nerello Mascalese, 2% Nerello Cappuccio
Drinking Window 2034+
Classification Etna DOC
Region Etna Rosso
Sulfites 82.0 ppm
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Closure Natural Cork
Production Details Matured for 18 months using a stated 40/60 oak-barrel/cement-tank split; dry extract 30.25 g/L; recommended serving range 18–20°C.
Tasting Notes Intense fresh fruit, cherry, forest berries and Mediterranean herbs; broad and elegant, with vibrant acidity, freshness, structure and a persistent finish
Food Pairing Meat, cheese and pork
2018 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.0%
Grape Varieties Nerello Mascalese with small percentages of Nerello Cappuccio; percentages are not quantified
Classification Etna Rosso D.O.C.
Region Etna Rosso
Soil Volcanic, Sandy soil rich in minerals
Elevation 670.0 meters
Orientation Northern Slopes Of Etna
Harvest Dates Second half of October
Vine Age 80–100 years
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Maceration 15 days
Barrel Size 10
Production Volume 2,200 bottles
Bottles2,200
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Via Regina Margherita 78, 95012, Passopisciaro (CT), Italia
Phone
+39 942 983142
Email
Owner
Giuseppe Russo