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“Contrada Diciasettesalme” Rosso Etna DOC 2021
Brilliant ruby red colour. Diciasettesalme offers a wonderful bouquet of dark fruit flavours, some flint and Cuban cigar tobacco. Balanced, elegant, full-bodied and salty fresh on the palate. Stylistically and qualitatively very successful. SUPERIORE.DE
"Medium-light red; reductive-barrelled, plum cake, quite deep, arouses curiosity; dense, sweetness, depth of fruit, lots of beautiful tannin, length." Merum
"Brilliant ruby red colour. On the nose, hints of mustard seeds, dried rose petals, raspberries, ripe cherries and delicately resinous tones, reminiscent of plaster on the finish. Hearty on the palate with tightly woven tannins, powerful, stony, with a polished red fruit final, currently still somewhat unbalanced." Falstaff
"It is very perfumed, full of violets, summer meadow and potpourri, with an earthy tone and some flavours of wild strawberries and cherries. In the mouth, it shows vibrant and juicy red fruits with some spice and creaminess in the background, supported by grippy, grainy tannins." Decanter
"A flavoursome and lively red wine with notes of tapenade, sun-dried tomatoes, raspberries and cherry stones. Taut and firm, with a medium body and firm tannins. Excellent focus." James Suckling
"The 2021 Etna Rosso Diciassettesalme shows dusty minerals and dried fruit flavours. This wine generally has more muscle and dark fruit compared to the Zottorinoto, which tends to be floral and more delicate in character. The Diciassettesalme is fresh and straightforward and delivers all the fundamentals of Nerello Mascalese from this mighty Sicilian volcano. The vineyard is located directly below the Cottanera winery at 780 metres above sea level and is planted on light or grey lava rock. The soils are unique for this location." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 8 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,51 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,90 g/l
- Sulfite: 92 mg/l
- pH value: 3,49
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contains sulphites
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“Pietradolce” Rosso Etna DOC 2021
Pietradolce Rosso is reminiscent of an elegant red from Burgundy. Sparkling, intense garnet red colour. Light, aromatic tones of cherry, raspberry, slate, cigar tobacco and cedar wood, medium-bodied and very energetic on the palate, flavoursome fruit, salty, balanced and long. Be sure to aerate! SUPERIORE.DE
"A well-balanced red, lightly chewy and fresh, offering a juicy range of ripe black cherry and mineral elements, with hints of red licorice, dried flowers and milled white pepper." Wine Spectator
"The ferrous and mineral notes of earth, brick and iron on the nose are accompanied by a fruity note of cherries and strawberries that continues on the palate, with some additional spicy notes of black peppercorns and red chilli flakes. An earthy note accompanies the whole wine and is balanced by a lively acidity." Wine Enthusiast
"Seductive from the first sip, the 2021 Etna Rosso opens slowly to reveal dried strawberries, lavender, incense and spice. It is luxuriously round and soothing, with ripe red and blue fruits that flow easily across the palate. The 2021 finishes long and powerful, but is only lightly structured. Sincere citrus and liquorice notes slowly fade. It is a nice introduction to Etna and the style of the Pietradolce house." Vinous
"Light, bright ruby red with slightly brightening edges. Flint, redcurrants, black tea and a slight hint of blood orange on the nose. Very fresh and juicy on the palate, with a clear structure, well-integrated tannins and pressure on the palate." Falstaff
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 4 months tonneau
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,35 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,79 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,52 g/l
- Sulfite: 75 mg/l
- pH value: 3,35
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contains sulphites
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Nerello Cappuccio Terre Siciliane IGT 2020
Nerello Cappuccio with dried flowers, cherries and spices on the nose offers elegant pleasure. Medium-bodied, delicate and ethereal on the finish. A fascinating interpretation of the indigenous Etna grape variety. SUPERIORE.DE
"It's intense and very spicy, with red and black cherry fruits and peppery red berries. Delicate and light on its feet yet intense in flavour, it will be a good partner for a wide variety of cuisine." Decanter
"The Nerello Cappuccio 2020 from Benanti is one of the few bottlings of this indigenous grape variety that I know and is always a delight. It is dark and floral with a hint of sweet spices that emphasise the black cherry and wild berry fruit. The palate is round and juicy, impressing with a depth of ripe red fruit and sweet herbal notes, while a subtle coating of grippy tannins builds towards the finish. The 2020 finishes with medium length but leaves a big impression, slightly chewy and with a tart raspberry tone. Very nice." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 10 months barrique and large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,25 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,80 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,95 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- pH value: 3,46
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Etna Rosso DOC 2021
This archetypal Etna Rosso presents itself with great grace and beautiful varietal typicity. Aromas of strawberry and cherry on the nose, medium-bodied fruit on the palate, slightly salty notes and spicy nuances in the beautiful final. SUPERIORE.DE
"Medium-light red colour; delicate, fine fruit notes, depth, inviting; fine attack, then powerful, juicy, balanced, beautiful tannin, long." Merum
"The Graci 2021 Etna Rosso shows a structured but lean personality with bright berry fruits, redcurrants and wild berries. The wine is balanced and fresh. It shows the specific volcanic character that only wines from the charred slopes of Mount Etna can deliver. It is made from Nerello Mascalese, which is harvested at 600 to 700 metres above sea level on ashy volcanic soils." Wine Advocate
"Pure and fresh aromas of red and black berries with a hint of petrichor lead to a bright and energetic palate with a nice concentration of tangy fruit. It's bold and vibrant and finishes with incisive, juicy acidity, balsamic and hints of spice and chocolate. Delicious and very good value." Decanter
"A fresh, fine red wine that feels like raw silk on the palate, with taut tannins that are well combined with flavours of black raspberries and black cherries. Underpinned by mineral smoke and stone as well as fragrant accents of star anise, fresh marjoram and sandalwood." Wine Spectator
"Crisp cranberries, violets, allspice and a hint of nutmeg. Light to medium body with juicy and silky tannins, supported by a bright acid backbone. Balanced finish." James Suckling
"Opening slowly in the glass, the 2021 Etna Rosso reveals a nuanced blend of crushed stones and dried roses. It's comfortingly round with medium body and a salty mineral note up front that gives way to a depth of tart cherry berry flavours. The 2021 tapers off structured, long but beautifully balanced, with red flowers and exotic spice notes. This is a top-class Rosso, but it still needs some ageing time to fully develop." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months cement tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Nerello Cappuccio Terre Siciliane IGT 2021
Nerello Cappuccio with dried flowers, cherries and spices in the bouquet offers elegant pleasure. Medium-bodied, delicate and ethereal on the finish. A fascinating interpretation of the autochthonous grape variety of Etna. SUPERIORE.DE
"Aromas of watermelon, slightly sour cherries and crushed stones follow through to a medium body, with bright acidity yet a creamy and round-textured tannic structure. Already delicious now but even better in a couple of years." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 10 months barrique and large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2031+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,45 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,72 g/l
- Sulfite: 87 mg/l
- pH value: 3,44
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contains sulphites
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“Passorosso” Etna DOC 2020
Passorosso is a single-varietal Nerello Mascalese that shows fine garnet-red reflections in its bright ruby red. Proud and fascinating, it presents an intense bouquet of red berries, coffee and olives. Its engaging taste convinces with clear, well-defined fruit and pronounced minerality. Graceful and special. SUPERIORE.DE
"A juicy aroma of black cherry and plum, mint and a little graphite accompany the fruit. It also shows juice and power on the palate, dark cherries are structured by a grippy tannin. The acidity gives the wine a lot of freshness. The grapes for the wine come from 80 to 120 year old vines." Vinum
"The 2020 Etna Rosso Passorosso has a bright and punchy bouquet with blackcurrant, rosemary sprig, white pepper, cola and ferrous earth or rusty nail. There is a sanguine, almost metallic element to the bouquet. The wine proceeds with medium texture, firm tannins and good length." Wine Advocate
"The 2020 Passorosso is spicy and shows dried flowers, hints of cardamom and white pepper before the dusty cherry fruit comes to the fore. Soft and enveloping, it impresses with a pure blend of red fruits and inner rose tones accompanied by cooling acidity. It finishes lightly structured with a bitter aftertaste of concentrated sour cherries. While the Passorosso is typically a more forward expression, the 2020 could do with another year in the cellar before showing its best. Nevertheless, it is a very nice wine with a lot of potential." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 to 20 months large wooden barrel
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 15,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,35 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,95 g/l
- Residual sugar: <1,00 g/l
- Sulfite: 75 mg/l
- pH value: 3,35
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Passorosso” Etna DOC 2021
Passorosso is a single-varietal Nerello Mascalese that shows fine garnet-red reflections in its bright ruby red. Proud and fascinating, it presents an intense bouquet of red berries, coffee and olives. Its engaging taste convinces with clear, well-defined fruit and pronounced minerality. Graceful and special. SUPERIORE.DE
"Radiant, bright ruby red. Finely marked nose, with notes of currants, juniper and cloves, plus slightly medicinal notes. Shows very juicy on the palate, with ripe fruit, slightly smoky, tight, slightly drying tannins." Falstaff
"The Passorosso is a blend of fruit from the various vineyard sites. Crisp, herbal and slightly smoky red berry aromas are followed by a ripe, sweet, red-fruited palate full of balsamic intrigue and subtle stoniness. Bright strawberries, cherries and raspberries are supported by taut, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity, ending with a juicy finish. Delicious!" Decanter
"The 2021 Passorosso is shy in the glass, opening slowly with hints of dusty rose and dried strawberry accompanied by a touch of sweet Indian curry. It is silky yet racy, with a salty minerality that quickly emerges, perfectly balanced by a core of juicy red fruits and autumnal spice. The Passorosso leaves a youthful concentration on the palate, while a touch of residual acidity maintains a great freshness and the liquorice notes fade out. What a beauty. This is a first class Etna Rosso. It is important to note that Passorosso is not a second wine or a wine made from younger vines, but a blend of old vines from all of Passopisciaro's crus. If there is one wine from this portfolio that should be considered every year, it is this one." Vinous
"Made from Nerello Mascalese sourced from all vineyards. The aromas show lots of strawberries and cherries with wrought iron and pumice. Medium bodied with creamy and polished tannins with hints of cedar and light nutmeg. Spicy and slightly tannic, giving it tension and beauty." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 to 20 months large wooden barrel
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2031+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,97 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,89 g/l
- Residual sugar: <1,00 g/l
- Sulfite: 73 mg/l
- pH value: 3,36
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contains sulphites
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”à Rina” Rosso Etna DOC 2021
One of the most exciting Etna Rosso with a balsamic, spicy bouquet and a balanced, yet very characterful, juicy, long flavour. Fine fruit, good acidity, firm tannin, beautiful length. Perfectly reflects the terroir. SUPERIORE.DE
"Multi-faceted bouquet with aromas of stone fruit, flowers and subtle tobacco notes; precise on the palate, the tannins are fine-grained and perfectly integrated, develops full of verve towards a long final." Vinum
"It has a tantalising aroma of red and black cherries, almonds, spices and balsamic. In the mouth it is bright and intense, with a good body and balanced savoury red fruits. The finish is fleshy and juicy, stony and slightly bitter (in a positive way)." Decanter
"This is the entry-level red wine from Girolamo Russo. The Etna Rosso 'a Rina 2021 is made from Nerello Mascalese and about 10% Nerello Cappuccio from different vineyards and offers excellent value with wild berries, blue flowers and crushed stone with an elegant mouthfeel. The emphasis is on freshness and balance." Wine Advocate
"Plenty of citrus, orange peel, honey and beeswax with some pumice and volcanic soil. Medium-bodied, with firm and integrated tannins that are energetic and integrated. Very nice now, but even better in three or four years." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Nerello Mascalese, 10% Nerello Cappuccio
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 12 months 40/60 oak barrels/cement tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 28,68 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,05 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,96 g/l
- Sulfite: 73 mg/l
- pH value: 3,34
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contains sulphites
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“Lamoremio” Metodo Classico Rosé Etna DOC 2020 brut
Sparkling wine matured on the lees in bottle fermentation from 100% Nerello grapes from high altitudes on the southern slopes of Mount Etna. The vines are between 10 and 20 years old and are trained using the cordon system with spur pruning. They grow on sandy, volcanic, mineral-rich soils.
Fine salmon pink with ruby red reflections. Restrained, fine perlage, intense and delicate bouquet of red fruit. Firm and dry on the palate, medium-bodied and supported by a well-proportioned acidity structure, with a subtle tannic tang on the finish. Vibrantly fresh and highly distinctive! SUPERIORE.DE
"The nose is a savory blend of warm bricks and hibiscus tea, with an undertone of blood orange zest providing pop. The hibiscus continues onto the tart, tangy palate, while astringent notes of cranberry and more pink citrus play off the persistent perlage." Wine Enthusiast
"The 2020 Brut Metodo Classico Rosato Lamorèmio bursts from the glass with a smoky, savory bouquet that mixes dried cherries with hints of shaved cedar and worn leather. This flows across the palate with an opulent wave of creamy textural bubbles that gives way to pretty cherry-berry fruits and sweet spice. It finishes remarkably fresh, leaving rosy inner florals and hints of wild blueberry." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 24 months bottle fermentation
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2027+
- Closure: natural cork
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Etna Rosso DOC 2020
Ruby red colour with violet reflections. Intense, complex bouquet with notes of Mediterranean citrus fruits, followed by aromas of violets, bergamot, wet stone, forest leaves and elegant hints of white pepper. Velvety, harmonious and fresh on the palate with sustained acidity and a clean, spicy and long finish. Highly elegant, very accessible and with a beautiful fruit component. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 15 months in wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2031+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,95 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,69 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,30 g/l
- Sulfite: 82 mg/l
- pH value: 3,45
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contains sulphites
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“Il Musmeci” Rosso Riserva Etna DOC 2015
Lively ruby with light reflections. On the nose, aromas of violets, red berries, rhubarb, black cherries and a subtle hint of nutmeg. Exceptionally compact on the palate, with impressive acidity, fine fruit sweetness and perfectly formed tannin. Great freshness and energy, a salty vein in the long finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"The 2015 Etna Rosso Il Musmeci Riserva pulls you close with its sweetly scented bouquet of ripe strawberries and plum, dried flowers and a dusting of cinnamon and clove. It's silky and fleshy in feel, contrasted by a spicy display of tart wild berries and minerals, all balanced by zesty acids. Violet florals linger over a coating of dusty tannin as this tapers off structured yet persistent. The best is still to come for this incredibly pretty and seductive Nerello Mascalese." Vinous
"The Tenuta di Fessina 2015 Etna Rosso Riserva Il Musmeci is made with Nerello Mascalese and shows signs of a delicate and slow bottle evolution. The fruit is intact with dried cherry and soft plum, but aged notes of tar, smoky ash and cured tobacco have also started to set in. These are elegant results with tannic tightness at the back, made for a steak and creamy mushroom sauce. You could wait to drink this bottle, but it tastes great right now." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 20 months wooden barrel
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,96 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,22 g/l
- Sulfite: 70 mg/l
- pH value: 3,31
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contains sulphites
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“Contrada Feudo di Mezzo” Rosso Etna DOC 2017
Beautiful single vineyard Nerello from the north side of Etna. Cherry and small wild strawberry on the nose. Very clearly accentuated and fresh taste, acidity and tannin in perfect harmony and well integrated. Long finish with an impressive elegance and freshness. SUPERIORE.DE
"Elegant bright ruby red. Fine-smelling, red berry nose, with a hint of sea salt, cold smoke, reverberating iron and slightly earthy. The palate is dense and tight, showing powerful, tight tannin, savoury, stretching long across the tongue, earthy finish." Falstaff
"Mid ruby with orange tinges. Firm red-fruit nose with just a hint of oak. A core of red fruit framed in chewy tannins. Very long, while the firm structure needs a little more time, which would need a tad more fruit concentration to balance out. Right now it has lots of charm." Jancis Robinson
"The Cottanera 2017 Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo draws its fruit from one of the grand cru sites of Etna, if you care to classify the appellation vineyards in that manner. From a hot vintage, this wine shows depth and concentration that gives the wine weight and a heavy center of gravity. That makes all the difference in terms of mouthfeel. The wine's volume and texture have been considerably enhanced. The quality of fruit is solid, and the wine shows pretty acidity thanks to vineyard sites located at a cool 750 meters in elevation." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 15 months tonneau/15 months bottle
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,55 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,35 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,49 g/l
- Sulfite: 90 mg/l
- pH value: 3,44
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contains sulphites
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“Animardente” Rosso Etna DOC 2018
"Muscularity and intensity are qualities we are happy to leave to other producers," they say from the small garage winery. "A nice fullness, but nothing exaggerated, a lot of suppleness, a fine expression of fruit, a discreet use of oak, long and persistent on the finish, but without any heaviness," is how Moretti Cuseri describes his first and only Etna Rosso DOC. In our opinion, the elegant volcanic wine Animardente - in German "fiery spirit" - delivers exactly what the fascinating wine-growing region promises. SUPERIORE.DE
"Wild berry, eucalyptus and Mediterranean scrub aromas form the nose on this poised, focused red. Polished and svelte, the racy palate offers juicy strawberry, red cherry and star anise before a saline close. Lithe, fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity provide balance." Wine Enthusiast
"There's a pleasing vibrancy to this harmonious red, with supple tannins and light acidity buoying flavors of dried strawberry and cherry, violet and anise. Darker base notes of sweet apple smoke and fig cake push through on the finish." Wine Spectator
"The 2018 Etna Rosso Animardente mixes hints of sour citrus, spicy florals and tart cherries to create an alluring display. It shows soft textures and a juicy expression of Nerello Mascalese fruit, tinged with salty minerals as inner rose tones form toward the close. Fine tannins linger under an air of licorice and hard red candies, as this tapers off lightly structured and quite pleasant. I wouldn't hold the 2018 for too long in the cellar, but frankly, it's so enjoyable now that there's really no reason to wait." Vinous
"A very tight and very focused Etna red with lots of red fruit, as well as plums, cherries, orange peel and dried flowers. Linear and racy with energy and intensity." James Suckling
"The Contrada Santo Spirito di Passopisciaro 2018 Etna Rosso Animardente opens to a lean-bodied appearance and shows bright aromas of cassis, sour cherry and blackcurrant. The wine is tart and fresh with a silky mouthfeel that washes clean over the palate, imparting dried mountain herb, volcanic ash and light spice along the way. Fruit is drawn from a high-altitude site at 700 meters above sea level on rocky terrain shaped by ancient lava flows. The vines are planted in traditional alberello and are 70 years old, accounting for the wine's fruit depth and subtle complexity. Production is 3,830 bottles." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months wooden barrel and barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,85 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,90 g/l
- Sulfite: 85 mg/l
- pH value: 3,52
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Limitation of 3 articles per customer“Alta Mora Feudo di Mezzo” Rosso Etna DOC 2016
The third vintage of the red crus from Cusumano's still young Alta Mora family from Etna is a deep dark red, single-varietal Nerello. Elegant bouquet with aromas of berries and herbs, on the palate lean, juicy and very finesse with silky tannins and fine acidity, long finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright shining ruby red. Intense nose of raspberries, cherries and Mediterranean herbs as well as a little smoky in the back. Very fresh and juicy on the palate with very appealing tannins and pleasant drinking flow." Falstaff
"A fresh, focused red, with brambly herb accenting the wild cherry and red currant fruit flavors. It's light- to medium-bodied, with a fine frame of light, snappy tannins and a subtle underpinning of tarry smoke and spice lingering on the finish." Wine Spectator
"Elegant and savory, this focused red has aromas of wild berry, blue flower, underbrush and dark spice. The radiant palate has great energy, delivering juicy Morello cherry, licorice and tobacco alongside lithe, fine-grained tannins that give it a rather drying finish. Bright acidity keeps it well balanced." Wine Enthusiast
"Complex aromas of smoke, bramble and savory herbs, followed by cloves and dried flowers. This is an elegant, medium-bodied red with ultra fine tannins and red-tea notes. Firm and lightly austere. Mouthwatering finish." James Suckling
"The Alta Mora 2016 Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo is a wine of unsuspecting power and intensity. The momentum takes a moment to build, but sure enough, this wine fills the balloon of your glass with ripe cherry, cassis, blue flower and rusty nail aromas. It also shows a sanguine or mineral side with iron ore and pencil shavings. Made with fruit from 90- to 100-year-old vines, the wine hits the palate in a sharp and decisive manner, thanks to the tannins and the wine's focused style. A tasting party with just a few slices of caciocavallo cheese will be huge success with this bottle." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 50/50 stainless steel tank/large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: Diam
- Total extract: 30,25 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,86 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,78 g/l
- Sulfite: 79 mg/l
- pH value: 3,46
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contains sulphites
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“Animardente” Rosso Etna DOC 2019
Animardente is a pure Nerello Mascalese produced from vines planted in bushes at an altitude of 700 metres on partly sandy and ashy, partly gravelly soils that are exposed to extreme temperature fluctuations between day and night. The name of the wine is derived from the bowels of the volcano, from its incessant activity, the heat and the colour of the magma. The vines grow in a kind of amphitheatre created by volcanic eruptions, which over the centuries have produced a valuable substrate for viticulture: On dark volcanic soils formed from lava flows, mainly free-living, rootless vines develop here, which are exposed to the most extreme climatic influences. Animardente was born a few years ago in this almost moon-like landscape. A name that tells of the soul of the silent volcano, unexpected and incandescent, breathing life into perpetual motion. An irrepressible and seductive force of nature, the expression of a unique terroir.
Animardente 2019 has a dark consistency and a beautifully saturated garnet red colour. The bouquet has a wildly romantic impression of spices, dried berries, cassis, lavender flowers and polished river rock. More concentrated on the palate than many of its Etna counterparts, yet with captivating elegance and harmony. Seductive, powerful, structured and authentic. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright ruby red with a sparkling centre. The nose is characterised by strong reduction, cold smoke, delicate red berry fruit, red currants, restrained overall. Clear on the palate with a juicy core, shows equally juicy tannins, also full-bodied pressure." Falstaff
"Raspberries, cola cubes and vanilla notes on the nose. Light, fresh and full-bodied, but with creamy tannins. Mouth-filling and bright with a certain lightness. Well balanced and juicy. Excellent food companion with not too high acidity, everything in balance. Easy to drink and enjoy." Decanter
"The Contrada Santo Spirito di Passopisciaro 2019 Etna Rosso Animardente offers dark fruits and a medium-bodied concentration. This particular density is a characteristic of this classic vintage. The wine offers fine tannins and Etna-specific flavours of wild berries, cassis, wild roses and ashy minerality. This wine is accessible, open and goes well with grilled meat. The fruit comes from 70-year-old Alberello vines that grow at 700 metres above sea level with a north-easterly exposure." Wine Advocate
"A medium-bodied, spicy and mineral red wine with lots of fresh and dried cherries, oyster shells, mushrooms and a little iodine. Also tea leaves. Firm tannins. Fresh, mineral finish." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months wooden barrel and barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,93 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,72 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,95 g/l
- Sulfite: 82 mg/l
- pH value: 3,50
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Limitation of 4 articles per customer“Animardente” Rosso Etna DOC 2021
Animardente is a pure Nerello Mascalese produced from vines planted in bushes at an altitude of 700 metres on partly sandy and ashy, partly gravelly and pebbly soils that are exposed to extreme temperature fluctuations between day and night. The name of the wine is derived from the bowels of the volcano, from its incessant activity, the heat and the colour of the magma. The vines grow in a kind of amphitheatre created by volcanic eruptions, which over the centuries have produced a valuable substrate for viticulture: On dark volcanic soils formed from lava flows, mainly free-living, rootless vines develop here, which are exposed to the most extreme climatic influences. Animardente was born a few years ago in this almost moon-like landscape. A name that tells of the soul of the silent volcano, unexpected and incandescent, breathing life into perpetual motion. An irrepressible and seductive force of nature, the expression of a unique terroir. SUPERIORE.DE
"Cherry red color with a garnet hue. It’s medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a fresh cherry, dried lemon and stone character. Crunchy and delicious. Hints of mineral and pumice at the end." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months wooden barrel and barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 15,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2032+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,25 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,69 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,05 g/l
- Sulfite: 85 mg/l
- pH value: 3,52
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Limitation of 4 articles per customer“Alta Mora Guardiola” Rosso Etna DOC 2017
Guardiola, a cru from Nerello Mascalese, shows the typical elegant aromatics from volcanic soils. Fine raspberry fruit, gentle acidity and silky tannins, full and ripe, but never too full. A modern drop from a traditional vine. SUPERIORE.DE
"Lots of ripe fruit with cooked plums, figs and bark. Also some mahogany and Chinese spice box. It's full-bodied with firm, juicy tannins and a hint of wood and spice on the finish." James Suckling
"The nose of this Etna rosso shows stones, fresh mixed berries and new leather shoes, while the juicy but savoury palate has notes of grilled meat, olives and crushed stones before wild strawberries and raspberries creep in. The rounded juiciness is contrasted by a backbone of acidity that keeps the finish dynamic." Wine Enthusiast
"Crushed stones, spicy herbs, dusty roses, dried cherries, hints of blood orange and camphor - all these are found when the 2017 Rosso Guardiola whisks the taster away to the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna. It is surprisingly juicy and cool on the palate, with a stimulating acidity that counteracts the intense wave of dark red fruit that washes over the palate. A layer of grippy tannins and a balancing inner sweetness allow the 2017 to finish remarkably long, leaving violet flowers and mineral tones that linger for up to a minute. Alta Mora has captured the essence of Guardiola, though intensified by the warm vintage." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 50/50 stainless steel tank/large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 15,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: Diam
- Total extract: 29,89 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,89 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,25 g/l
- Sulfite: 81 mg/l
- pH value: 3,44
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contains sulphites
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“Contrada Rampante” Rosso Etna DOC 2018
Contrada Rampante with a finely woven bouquet of dark red cherries, flowers, mint and liquorice. Fresh and lively on the palate, with a memorable blend of ethereal sweetness, filigree acidity and interesting salinity. A contemplative drop that requires a certain amount of experience and patience to be fully discovered. Pre-Phylloxera = from rootless vines! SUPERIORE.DE
"Fresh and dried cranberries, lemon peel, fresh mushrooms and bark. Smoky. It’s medium-bodied with firm yet fine, silky tannins and intense, juicy flavors. Long finish. Delicious." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 10 months tonneau
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Contrada Cavaliere” Rosso Etna DOC 2018
Benanti's new red comes 100% from the small vineyard (Contrada) Cavaliere. The vineyards in the municipality of Santa Maria di Licodìa develop at considerable altitudes (about 900 m above sea level) with favourable conditions for all indigenous varieties, both red and white berries, grown here with Guyot pruning. Here, both the Nerello and the Carricante produce wines with a well-defined structure and varietal aromas.
Radiant ruby red. Ethereal bouquet full of spice and hints of red fruits. On the palate, medium-bodied, multilayered and with a fine tannin and acid wire that complete its elegance and harmony. SUPERIORE.DE
"Aromas of crushed red cherry, rhubarb and fresh thyme. Medium-bodied with fine, slightly dry tannins. Lovely herbal character here, then minerals taking over the palate towards the end." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 12 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2033+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,25 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,35 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,67 g/l
- Sulfite: 112 mg/l
- pH value: 3,52
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contains sulphites
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“Archineri” Rosso Etna DOC 2018
The red Archineri from Nerello Mascalese grapes is full of character and elegant. Very refined bouquet of currants and wild berries, plus a hint of dog roses, stone fruit and ethereal aromas. Very exquisite, very juicy, tasty and long. SUPERIORE.DE
"Shiny garnet with copper accent in the rim. Pronounced scent of dried raspberries, cranberry jam, some white pepper and wet stone. Tightens up with fine-meshed tannin, crisp freshness, harmonious in attack and course, very fresh in the drink, keeps coming." Falstaff
"Aromas of woodland berry, Mediterranean scrub, camphor and oak-driven spice shape the nose on this fragrant red. On the tight palate, firm acidity accompanies raspberry jam, orange zest, vanilla and licorice. Firm, grainy tannins leave a puckering, drying close. Give the tannins a few years more years to relax a bit then drink." Wine Enthusiast
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 10 months tonneau
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
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contains sulphites
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“Contrada Dafara Galluzzo” Rosso Etna DOC 2020 (BIO)
The Nerello grapes (100% Mascalese) come from the northern slope of Etna from plots of the Contrada Dafara Galluzzo in the Rovittello district. Opens in a delicate ruby red, the nose then fine, heady, spicy, it reveals a pretty basket of red fruits after a few minutes of aeration. Initially closed on the palate, it only gradually reveals its flavour facets, then medium pressure in the middle, at the same time very finely structured and with almost Burgundian finesse and elegance. The finish is harmonious and of excellent length. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright red; flowery, inviting; delicate approach, very fine wine, round, fine tartness, drinky, pleases well." Merum
"Bright, light garnet red with orange reflections. Lots of red fruit on the nose, slightly herbaceous in the finish. Juicy and fresh on the palate, with traction and elegance, well balanced, long final, still has a lot of potential." Falstaff
"This expressive red wine begins with an overtone of tarry minerals and sage, a fragrant thread that winds through flavours of baked raspberries and currants with hints of red liquorice and spiced orange peel. Dense tannins pull the flavour profile together towards the firm, mineral finish." Wine Spectator
"Dusty florals combine with black raspberries and clove as the 2020 Etna Rosso Contrada Dafara Galluzzo smolders up from the glass. This is soothingly soft and supple on the palate, based on the purity of the fruit. Mineral underpinnings add tactile grip. It finishes perfumed and structured, with edgy tannins that pinch at the cheeks as strawberry and balsam herbs nuances resonate. Patience will be required for this lovely Etna Rosso to come into focus fully." Vinous
"Lively and red-fruited with aromas of cranberries, sour cherries, dried herbs, mushrooms and orange peel. Medium-bodied with fine, powdery tannins. Limey and stony finish. Tightly wound. Better after 2023." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 12 months large oak barrel
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑004
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2032+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,48 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,50 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,65 g/l
- Sulfite: 94 mg/l
- pH value: 3,42
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contains sulphites
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Limitation of 3 articles per customer“Alta Mora Guardiola” Rosso Etna DOC 2019
Guardiola, a cru from Nerello Mascalese, shows the typical elegant flavour of volcanic soils. Fine raspberry fruit, gentle acidity and silky tannins, full and ripe, but never too full-bodied. A modern wine from a traditional vine. SUPERIORE.DE
"A dusty mixture of balsamic herbs, menthol, dark chocolate and dried black cherries characterise the 2019 Etna Rosso Guardiola. It is surprisingly soft and enveloping, but quickly gains tension. Salty minerals and exotic spices complicate the tart red berry fruits. The finish is still a little chewy and tannic, with a residual acidity that balances while a bitter balsamic hint fades. Patience is required." Vinous
"A pretty serious expression from Guardiola, showing a unique peppery flavour with lots of dark minerals, sweet spices and tar. Also savoury berries and dried orange peel. Full-bodied on the palate with flattering, integrated tannins that give it a full, dense body. Long and spicy finish." James Suckling
"It shows fragrant red fruits, black cherry and earth, with some peppery spice. Dense, flavoursome and grippy with fresh acidity, the palate shows some lovely dark fruits and a chewy finish lifted by its inherent freshness." Decanter
"A pure Nerello Mascalese that alternates notes of underbrush with a crisp freshness. Blackcurrant on the nose, with hints of pepper leaf, on the palate taut, brackish-savoury, with great length on the palate, with a fruity-officinal return." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 50/50 stainless steel tank/large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2032+
- Closure: Diam
- Total extract: 29,67 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,75 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,18 g/l
- Sulfite: 80 mg/l
- pH value: 3,45
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Moganazzi” Rosso Etna DOC 2020
Here comes a fairly new single-vineyard wine, similar in style to Santo Spirito, but with an "autumnal" component. Light ruby red, gravel, vanilla and a subtle hint of mint on the nose, plus some cranberry and cherry. Then fresh and exciting on the palate with a sweet and sour component and a delicate bitter vein. Compact tannin that certainly deserves a few more years of bottle ageing. The final is herbaceous, spicy and long. SUPERIORE.DE
"This is the third vintage made by Tenuta delle Terre Nere as a vineyard-designate wine, although Moganazzi has been farmed since 2009. The 2020 Etna Rosso Moganazzi shows a fun trajectory with grippy fruit tannins that lean into silky sensations over the palate. In fact, an appropriate word to describe this wine is caressing. The bouquet offers bright cassis, herb, flower and crushed stone. This site is located between Passopisciaro and Solicchiata at 700 to 730 meters in elevation. It offers a bit more volume and concentration in terms of mouthfeel." Wine Advocate
"It shows dark cherries, dried flowers, bitter cocoa, slate, nutmeg and mocha. It is medium to full-bodied with firm, creamy and very well integrated tannins. A lot of power. And yet everything under control. Long lasting. Only 4,000 bottles. Already fantastic, but even better after 2023." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months wooden barrel
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2031+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 31,36 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,48 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,16 g/l
- Sulfite: 90 mg/l
- pH value: 3,60
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contains sulphites
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“Contrada Feudo di Mezzo” Rosso Etna DOC 2019
Wonderful single-vineyard Nerello from the north side of Etna at an altitude of 750 metres. Cherry and small wild strawberries on the nose. Very clearly accentuated and fresh flavour, acidity and tannin in perfect harmony and well integrated. Long finish with impressive elegance and freshness. SUPERIORE.DE
"Brilliant ruby red colour. On the nose, hints of mustard seeds, dried rose petals, raspberries, ripe cherries and delicately resinous tones, reminiscent of plaster on the finish. Hearty on the palate with tightly woven tannins, powerful, stony, with a polished red fruit final, currently still somewhat unbalanced." Falstaff
"Herbal and summer meadow scents accompany balsamic red and black cherries, while in the mouth it's earthy and floral, with a juicy sapidity of ripe red fruits, a soft, silky mid-palate and fine, integrated tannins. Vertical and elegant, it finishes with some lavender and milk chocolate on the finish." Decanter
"It has flavours of strawberry, orange peel, raspberry and chocolate orange, with some oyster shells. It is medium-bodied and flavoursome with firm, fine-grained tannins. Subliminal mineral restraint. It is just opening up." James Suckling
"The 2019 Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo is dense and concentrated with volcanic tones of scorched earth and dark fruit. The wine has a bright primary side of crushed cherries and blueberries, and it fills out nicely across the palate thanks to the mid-weight texture of this supple fruit. Floral notes of rose and iris are also evident. This vintage has something to offer now, and it will offer even more for those who choose to wait." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Nerello
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 15 months tonneau/15 months bottle
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2032+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,61 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,41 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,45 g/l
- Sulfite: 85 mg/l
- pH value: 3,41
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contains sulphites
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