Nerello

On the Regaleali estate, countless lush roses grow from all countries of the world. This fragrant rosato is a tribute to the roses of Regaleali. Brilliant colour, fruity scent of strawberries, cherries and mulberries, rich and spicy taste, fresh, with a certain minerality and a pleasant sweetness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright orange-pink. On the nose of orange zest, ripe raspberries and a hint of cherry. Fresh on the palate, with compact fruit and juicy undertones, final clear." Falstaff

Barbazzale Rosso presents itself in dark purple and is a beautifully primary-fruity and solid Nerello from Cottanera. On the palate, it convinces with complex aromas of black berries and mocha. Full, harmonious and ducely fruity, with beautiful tannin, then an interesting fine bitter note in the long fresh finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Etna Rosso Barbazzale keeps you coming back to the glass with a woodland-inspired display of wild berries, lavender, wet stone and undergrowth. It's soft-textured and fleshy in feel, maintaining balance through a pure display of fresh strawberries laced with sweet spice and florals. Round tannins frame the expression nicely as the Barbazzale tapers off to a dusting of violet candies. This blend of 90% Nerello Mascalese and 10% Nerello Cappuccio is easy to like, showing quite well today, and it is a fantastic bargain." Vinous

Fresh rosato that smells of dark berries and a hint of lavender. Clear fruit on the palate, with elegant suppleness, a fine mineral note and last but not least a winning drinkability. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Etna Rosato is incredibly pretty with its bouquet of dusty dried flowers, peaches and white smoke. Its silky textures give way to a more tactile and almost crunchy display of pit fruits and minerals, yet it's all under an air of honeyed florals. There's a lovely salinity that lingers long, while residual acids keep the mouth watering for more." Vinous

Bright, bright garnet, very clear bouquet with emphatically fresh fruit notes of berries and rhubarb, elegant on the palate with well-dosed power, smooth tannin; juicy, persistent and long SUPERIORE.DE

"Coconut and hazelnut aromas mingle with ripe, dark-skinned berry aromas. Reflecting the nose, the tight palate offers toast, licorice and blackberry jam alongside tightly knit, drying tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"A compact, minerally version, with tobacco and smoke notes leading to flavors of dried cherry, pomegranate, coffee and spice. Medium-bodied and fresh, with grippy tannins that should integrate well with short cellaring." Wine Spectator

"Luminous red. Aromas of flinty red berries, red cherries and minerals have a bright floral overlay. Then very good inner-mouth perfume too, with exhilarating lift to the red fruit and stony flavors. The finish is long and clean, nicely framed by suave tannins and harmonious acidity." Vinous

"Aromas of lemon, watermelon and black cherries follow through to a medium body, firm, silky tannins and a solid, bright finish. Tighter style to this." James Suckling

"The 2017 Etna Rosso is a terrific entry-level red wine from the Sicilian volcano that boasts the power and electric charge that I associate with wines from this fascinating territory. If you are new to the wines of Etna, this Rosso is a great place to start. This is a well-made and carefully shaped Nerello Mascalese that ushers forth smaller berry fruit, smoke and pencil shavings. The fruit is pure and precise. The wine's overall presentation is sharp and accessible." Robert Parker

Restrained, vinous scent of small red fruits, clean and fresh on the palate, structured, aromatic and extremely balanced taste with a slightly salty finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong apricot with a sparkling core. In the nose apricot yoghurt, ripe peach, some lime. Well-balanced with a great draught, slightly noticeable tannin in the mid-palate, opens beautifully wide and fruity, ends with powerful pressure in the final and yet always remains mineral-elegant. SUPERIORE.DE

"So pretty and refined, the 2020 Etna Rosato is pink verging on orange in color, with a bouquet that shows young peaches and melon, then peppery florals. It's silky and enveloping in texture, the ripe orchard fruits complemented by a sweet-and-sour display of citrus and spice. A saturation of residual acids and minerals lingers incredibly long, all under an air of inner rose." Vinous

Etna Rosato by Pietradolce not only attracts attention with its delicate glossy colour, the delicate rose bouquet beguiles and the taste ultimately convinces with lively aromas of peach, cranberry and grapefruit, elegant mineral tones accompany the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Sparkling ruby red, intense and appealing mineral scent of plums, orange zest, ripe raspberries and a hint of liquorice in the background. On the juicy palate, elegant tannin and a delicious fruit melt. SUPERIORE.DE

"Plum, strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors with firm tannins that are chewy, yet fine grained. Needs a little time to soften." James Suckling

Ghiaia, a pure Nerello Mascalese from the slopes of Etna, exudes sweet aromas of cherries and flowers. A refined, very detailed and seductive wine with great charm, character and personality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Young vines on various sites. Red-fruited nose is delicate and floral, great charm. Concentrated and quite tannic, but has bright acidity that gives fine length and a poised finish." Decanter

Etna Rosso comes from the Torreguarino and Pietramarina vineyards on Etna. Fine spicy notes on the nose, aromas of ripe raspberries on the palate. Dense, with lots of fruit, compact tannin. Elegant and authentic. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright and savory, this has alluring scents of fragrant blue flowers, wild red berries and Mediterranean brush. On the polished, racy palate, supple tannins and vibrant acidity accompany juicy red cherry, blood orange, star anise and a tangy mineral note evoking rusty nail." Wine Enthusiast

"Very smoky and intense with cherries, berries and some orange peel and ash. It’s full-bodied, but not overbearing, with lovely fruit and citrus character at the finish. Drinkable now, but better in a year or two." James Suckling

Pietradolce Rosso is reminiscent of an elegant red from Burgundy. Light, aromatic tones of cherry, cigar tobacco and cedar, medium-bodied and well-proportioned on the palate, tasty fruit, balanced and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, intense garnet red. Opens with a fine play of pomegranate and cardamom, some blood orange. Hearty, grippy tannin on the palate, salty and deep, is still young and unpolished but has the best beginnings." Falstaff

"The 2019 Etna Rosso blossoms with pretty rose notes, wild herbs and strawberries. It's soft and enveloping, balancing a pleasant inner sweetness with energizing acidity and tart wild berries. A gentle layer of tannin adds lovely grip, as this finishes long with notes of licorice and blueberry skins. The 2019 is a harmonious beauty." Vinous

"Aromas of red cherries, dried cranberries, citrus zest and tobacco smoke. It's medium-bodied with fresh acidity, ultra fine tannins and a refined finish. More dried than fresh-fruit character." James Suckling

Dark, radiant ruby red. Pure and elegant, with spicy herbal aromas and fresh fruit notes of cherry and redcurrant. Subtle with a beautiful fruity play, delicate vein of salt, yet compact and full of harmony. A Rosso with the almost Burgundian finesse and length of a Pinot Nero. SUPERIORE.DE

"A mouthwatering and well-knit red, with a pure chime of wild cherry and raspberry fruit. Light, taut tannins provide fine definition, framing the fruit flavors, accents of dried thyme and ground white pepper and minerally hints of iron and smoke that push through on the chewy finish." Wine Spectator

"The purity of fruit is so impressive here with black cherry and dried strawberry to the ash and black-tea undertones. It's medium to full body with firm, tight tannins and a crisp finish. Floral and some citrus-zest highlights to this." James Suckling

The 2020 Terre Nere Etna Rosato opens tasty and animating in the glass. On the nose, notes of fresh almonds, dried flowers, smoky tangerines and maritime minerals. On the palate with excellent, silky texture and ripe melon with white stone fruit. A salty character hovers over everything, mingling with vibrant acidity and traces of tannin, providing plenty of tension and balance. A fabulous rosé and worth every euro. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Etna Rosato lifts up wonderfully fresh and perfumed, offering notes of sweet peach and white smoke backed by honeyed florals and wedges of candied lime. It's silky-smooth and round yet spry, washing nuances of ripe pear and nectarine across a core of saturating saline-minerality. There's simply so much going on here for a Rosato as the 2020 punches well above its class, finishing incredibly long yet juicy, and fizzling out to hints of sour citrus and cheek-puckering green apple." Vinous

Delicate old rose with shimmering reflexes, elegant fragrance with notes of wild strawberries and light currants, in addition to reserved, spicy tones. On the palate with creamy freshness and lively acidity, fine and distinguished. SUPERIORE.DE

"Tangy and delicious, this bright rosato has delicate scents evoking yellow spring flowers, wild red berries and crushed Mediterranean herbs. The savory, bone-dry palate delivers wild strawberry, juicy sour cherry and citrus before a salty finish. Crisp acidity keeps it balanced." Wine Enthusiast

"Here I’m finding a seductive yet extroverted bouquet of sweet peaches in cream, exotic spice, and roasted almond. On the palate, the 2019 Graci Etna Rosato takes a leaner stance, as soft textures give way to white orchard fruits with subtle hints of savory herbs and minerals. The finish is long and perfumed, also with a tug of tart citrus that makes the mouth water for another sip. This Nerello Mascalese Rosato is a wine of contrasts, which I find quite appealing." Vinous

"This has such attractive, fresh strawberry and watermelon with a stony, mineral edge. The palate is delivered with bright, fresh acidity and has a very vivid, succulent and lively attitude." James Suckling

It is very rare and highly commendable that a pure Nerello Cappuccio comes into the bottle here, whereas the Nerello Mascalese on the Etna is usually the red top dog. Bright garnet red, youthfully fresh wine with a bouquet of strawberry and citrus fruit, in addition stone-mineral tones, flowers and spices. In the taste of subtle elegance with a pleasant fresh breeze. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brightening, brightening ruby. Clear and fresh nose, smells of raspberries and moist tree bark, spicy. Pithy, handy tannin on the palate, shows fine raspberry notes in the middle course, juicy." Falstaff

Donnafugata's impressive declaration of love for the currently hottest wine hotspot Etna began with the Sul Vulcano line.

Bright ruby red, on the nose wild strawberry with delicate hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. The corresponding fresh taste and a subtle elegance lead into a harmonious and energetic finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium red; warm, red-fruited, spicy notes, appealing; round attack, fluid, spicy fruit, long, pleases well." (JLF) Merum

"Aromas of dried cranberries and cherries interlace with crushed oyster shell, iron and volcanic ash. More ash and bitter berries on the palate. It’s medium-bodied with elegant, silky tannins and a complex, savory character." James Suckling

With the Sul Vulcano line, Donnafugata's impressive declaration of love to the currently most popular wine hotspot Etna began. Delicate light pink. Fine berry scent with hints of gravel and tufa. Delicate flower aroma, light plum and pink grapefruit. In the fresh finish some flint stone and mineral notes. SUPERIORE.DE

In the history of Etna, the eruption of 1614 is legendary, as it lasted ten years and is thus to date the longest recorded eruption of the volcano that is still active today. A very impressive and fitting name for Planeta's Etna series of equally impressive wines.

It could hardly be more autochthonous: this excellent wine from the Nerello Mascalese grape comes from the hotspot on the east coast of Sicily, from the slopes of Mount Etna. Brilliant bright cherry red, fine scent of raspberry and blood orange, gripping, taut acidity, silky tannin and a buoyant elegance with beautiful minerality. Great, long and unique! SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, brightening ruby. Appealing and open nose, opens with notes of raspberry, some blackberry, fine spice in the background. Lots of present tannin on the palate, hearty bite at the core, firm pressure on the final, juicy and salty." Falstaff

"As if you can smell the ashen volcanic soils that these vines grow in, the 2018 Nerello Mascalese Eruzione 1614 wafts up smoky and musky, with a complement of cherry and dried strawberry that fully completes the experience. This is soft and fleshy in feel, boasting a noticeable inner sweetness nicely balanced by brisk acids and pretty inner florals." Vinous

Stirring liveliness, great elegance and an undreamt-of abundance is offered by this almost unknown Sicilian from mainly Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. Freshness and juiciness in the harmonious taste, which merges into an intense and long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling garnet red. Fine, intense nose with notes of raspberry and plum, open and accessible. Juicy at the base, fine tannins with a good grip." Falstaff

"Aromas of honeysuckle and Granny Smith apple jump out of the glass. The green apple aroma carries on to the racy palate together with lemon zest and yellow peach. A vibrant perlage provides the backdrop." (Editors' Choice) Wine Enthusiast

Deep dark ruby red. Diciasette Salme 2018 offers a wonderful bouquet of dark fruit aromas and Cuban cigar tobacco. On the palate, it is balanced, elegant, full-bodied and fresh. Stylistically and qualitatively very successful. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, medium dense garnet red. Opens with pronounced metallic notes, plus some beetroot, strawberry in the background. Crisp, dense tannin on the palate, builds in layers, salty and firm pressure." Falstaff

Rovittello, like Passiposciaro and Pietramarina, is located on the north and northeast sides of the volcano Etna. In 1911, another eruption took place, which caused, among other things, the area from which Fessina's red of the same name originates to be flooded by lava rock, thus creating a terroir rich in basalt and sand, on which bush vines up to 100 years old grow today. The microclimate of this special site in the form of an amphitheatre ensures that the Nerello grapes ripen slowly and completely, giving the wines a unique identity, elegance and depth.

Bright, brilliant ruby red. Animating bouquet of violet flowers, pink pepper and small red forest berries. On the palate then spicy and velvety, the harmony between acidity and fruit extract combined with round, elegant tannins create a wine of aristocratic grace and finesse, which will increase in depth and complexity in the years to come. Just 3,000 bottles of this wine are sold in selected specialist shops and top restaurants. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shiny, brightening ruby garnet. Very clear and appealing nose of raspberries and dark cherries, some cotton candy. On the palate juicy and with a lot of tension, unfolds with present, handy tannin, in the final firm pressure, still appears very young. Falstaff

Giuseppe Russo gives us just 5,000 bottles of this extremely elegant Rosato every year. Fine, complex aromas of red fruits and mineral rock in a youthfully fresh bouquet. The energetic and very precise impressions on the palate correspond beautifully with the fragrance. Delicate melting, fine minerality, harmonious and long. SUPERIORE.DE

This archetype of an Etna Rosso presents itself with a lot of grace and beautiful varietal typicity. On the nose, aromas of strawberry and cherry, on the palate a medium-weight fruit, slightly salty hints and spicy nuances in the beautiful final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Etna Rosso bursts from the glass with sweetly spiced cherries and wild berries nicely contrasted by hints of sage. This is silky and pliant in feel, motivated by juicy acids that further enliven its ripe red and blue fruits. Notes of lavender and purple-tinged inner florals linger long, as the 2018 tapers off to a twang of salty minerality. This zesty and pure Nerello Mascalese is refined completely in concrete. Nicely done." Vinous