2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Nerello Mascalese
Classification Etna Rosso DOC
Region Etna Rosso
Soil Deep, Soft volcanic soil with ash mixed with small- and medium-sized stones, Volcanic pumice and basalt
Orientation Northern Slope Of Mount Etna
Harvest Dates Third (last) decade of October
Vine Age 70–80 years
Oak Types French oak
Production Details Italian-sheet specification: 8-hectare vineyard; yield 6 tonnes/ha; north-facing site at 700–900 metres; bush vines and bush vines converted to trellises; alcoholic fermentation at a controlled 28–30°C; bottling after 14 months in wood, mainly barriques and tonneaux; annual production 7,000 750-ml bottles; recommended serving temperature 17–18°C.
Tasting Notes Intense ruby colour; persistent spring-flower bouquet with ripe fruit and spice; broad, full and structured palate with supporting acidity and a smooth tannic feel
Food Pairing Meat dishes, robustly sauced pasta and aged cheese
Producer Information
Address
Contrada Calderara, sn, 95036 Randazzo (CT), Sicilia, Italia
Phone
+39 095 924002
Email
Owner
Marco de Grazia