2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 94% Nerello Mascalese, 6% Nerello Cappuccio
Classification Etna DOC
Region Etna Rosso
Soil Volcanic, Sandy soil rich in minerals
Elevation 700.0 meters
Orientation Northern Slopes Of Mount Etna
Harvest Dates Second half of October; harvested manually
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Maceration 15 days
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Fruit came from Contrada Calderara Sottana at Randazzo. The vineyard had 4,500 plants per hectare and a reported yield of 30 quintals per hectare; vines were trained as alberello and modified alberello on espalier. Fermentation was spontaneous with grape-borne yeasts at 28–30°C, followed by 15 days of skin maceration. Maturation comprised 18 months in used tonneaux and at least 6 months in bottle. The vendor recommends serving at 16–18°C and gives a 10–15-year longevity range.
Tasting Notes Intense ruby red; blackberry, currant, morello cherry and Mediterranean herbs; broad and elegant, with fresh acidity, structure and persistent flavour
Food Pairing Meat, pork and cheese
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Vintages
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties 94% Nerello Mascalese, 6% Nerello Cappuccio
Classification Etna DOC
Region Etna Rosso
Soil Volcanic, Sandy soil rich in minerals
Elevation 700.0 meters
Orientation Northern Slopes Of Mount Etna
Harvest Dates Second half of October; harvested manually
Indigenous Yeast Yes
Maceration 15 days
Contains Added Sulfites Yes
Production Details Fruit came from Contrada Calderara Sottana at Randazzo. The vineyard had 4,500 plants per hectare and a reported yield of 30 quintals per hectare; training was espalier and modified espalier. Fermentation was spontaneous with grape-borne yeasts at 28–30°C, followed by 15 days of skin maceration. Maturation comprised 18 months in used tonneaux and at least 6 months in bottle. The vendor recommends serving at 16–18°C and gives a 10–15-year longevity range.
Tasting Notes Intense ruby red; blackberry, currant, morello cherry and Mediterranean herbs; broad and elegant, with fresh acidity, structure and persistent flavour
Food Pairing Meat, pork and cheese
Sources: www.xtrawine.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
Producer Information
Website
Address
Via Regina Margherita 78, 95012, Passopisciaro (CT), Italia
Phone
+39 942 983142
Email
Owner
Giuseppe Russo