Bianco Arcurìa Etna DOC 2022

Alberto Graci | Sicily
Az. Agr. Graci | Contrada Arcurìa Passopisciaro | IT 95012 Castiglione di Sicilia

19250222 · 0,75 l · 72,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

From the Contrada Arcuria in Passopisciaro on the north side of Mount Etna at an altitude of 600-700 metres, this 100% Carricante is vinified partly in cement tanks and partly in large oak barrels. The result is a fresh white wine from old vines with an invigorating citrus scent and notes of mint, rich in tropical fruit, taut and firm, with an elegant mineral note on the palate, with a fine finish and high complexity. 4,000 bottles are bottled per vintage. SUPERIORE.DE

"Warm light yellow; reductive, orange notes; dense, fine, orange peel, fullness, good length in the mouth." Merum

"The sinfully fresh 2022 Etna Bianco Arcuria rises from the glass with an airy blend of dried flowers, crushed stones and nectarines. It shows silky textures and ripe fruit trees carried by a cooling acidity, while a hint of ginger spice develops towards the end. A chalky sensation comes through on the finish, while a zesty acidity sustains the fantastic energy. The sour citrus tones slowly fade away." Vinous

"Ripe tropical fruits such as persimmon and mango, followed by flavours of golden apple and honeysuckle. Rich and creamy on the palate, with a phenolic aftertaste. Long and complex." James Suckling

"A rich hint of toasted almond underscores this white’s expressive range of clementine, Anjou pear, lemon thyme and lentil notes. This is mouthwatering and shows lovely balance, with hints of sea salt, white pepper and pink grapefruit pith that crackle on the finish." Wine Spectator