CLASSIFICATION: DOC Etna Rosso
GRAPE VINE : Nerello Mascalese
VINEYARD AREA: 4 hectares
MUNICIPALITY OF PRODUCTION: Randazzo (CT)
DENSITYOF VINEYARDS: 4,000vines per hectare at 620s.l.m.
SOIL TYPE: Volcanic, rich in minerals and skeleton
AGE OF THE VINEYARDS : about 85 years old
VINEYARDING SYSTEM: double spurred cordon
AVERAGE YIELD: 45 Quintals per hectare
FERTILIZATION: organic - green manure
WINE-MAKING: red and maceration until about 28
days at 28 degrees
MALOLACTIC: Spontaneous, after alcoholic fermentation
AGING: 12 months in large oak barrel
French, 12 months in stainless steel, 12 months in bottle
PRODUCTION: 7.000 Bottles
FIRST VINTAGE: 2005
ALCOHOL GRADATION: 13.5 -14.5% vol.
BOTTLE AGEING CAPACITY: 9-12 years

Deep ruby red color, characterized by purple highlights. On the nose, it opens with a complex and enveloping aromatic bouquet, in which are
scents of ripe red fruits, such as cherries, raspberries and plums, intertwine. Floral notes, such as violet, and spicy nuances are added. In addition, delicate hints of wood from aging can be perceived, with hints of vanilla and cocoa completing the flavor profile. In the mouth, it offers a rich and enveloping taste experience. Freshness is well balanced by soft, silky tannins that impart elegance and structure. Red fruit flavors blend harmoniously with spice notes and a subtle minerality that hints at Etna's volcanic terroir. The finish is long and persistent, with a pleasantly savory aftertaste

GASTRONOMIC PAIRING: Elegant boiled meats, roasted red meats, game, fresh cheeses (primo sale and primo sale cheese with 12 months of aging).