Description
A rich and fragrant wine of pure Nerello Mascalese from different vineyards, partly from our best parcels where we produce our crus (Zottorinoto-Chiusa Spagnolo, Feudo di Mezzo-sottana and Porcaria) as well as designated vineyards for this specific wine (Rampante sottana, Piano Daini and Crasà). A classic, traditional Nerello Mascalese with tannins and sweetness of ripe fruit.
Region:Etna, Northern Valley
Location:comune of Castiglione di Sicilia
Vineyards:Zottorinoto-Chiusa Spagnolo, Feudo di Mezzo-Porcaria, Rampante sottana, Crasà, Piano dei Daini
Exposure:North, North-East
Varietal:Nerello Mascalese 100%
Average age of vines:50+ years
Vinification:Destemming and light crushing of the grapes
Fermentation: starting with a “pied-de-cuve” using only indigenous yeasts and skin contact for about 50 days
Aging:In neutral epoxy tanks from 2500 liters to 7000 liters for about 12 months
Fining:No
Filtering:Before bottling with PP cartridges of 5 micron
Sulphur:values can vary from 15 to 50 mg/l., added or not, depending on the quality of grapes and stability of the wine.
Annual production:18.000 bottles
First vintage:2001
Denomination:Etna Rosso DOP or IGP Terre Siciliane Nerello Mascalese
Bottle type:Dark burgundy bottle
Available sizes:750ML, 1500ML, 3000ML (375ML and 5000ML on special request only)
Recommended stemware:Zalto BurgundyMy vision of a traditional, balanced and rich Northern Valley Etna wine.
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