“Archineri” Rosso Etna DOC 2021

Pietradolce | Sicily
Flora Faro s.s. di Michele e Mario Faro | SP 117 N. 56 | IT 95018 Riposto

19222321 · 0,75 l · 65,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

The Nerello Mascalese vines for the Archineri Rosso are rooted deep in the terraced vineyards of Contrada Rampante – at an altitude of around 850 metres on pure volcanic rock. It is a barren, yet vital terroir that, in combination with old, ungrafted vines and strict selection, produces wines of almost ascetic precision. The 2020 vintage was characterised by a long, cool vegetation period with a good water supply and ideal harvest. The grapes were fermented spontaneously, then matured for around 12 months in large, used oak barrels and then bottled without filtration.

A transparent, cool ruby red colour with a garnet red core in the glass. The aroma is taut and multi-layered: sour cherry, raspberry, blood orange, dried herbs, crushed rose petals and a fine note of volcanic ash. No excessive wood, no opulence – instead clarity, herbal spice and salty depth. Cool, precise and straightforward on the palate. The tannins are fine but present, the acidity lively and supportive, the body sinewy, never broad. The long finish is again characterised by herbs, stone and a subtle hint of smoke – all in a calm balance. Archineri Rosso is an Etna wine with an almost Burgundian style – not loud, not muscular, but focussed, elegant and with great precision of origin. Anyone who wants to listen to Etna will find one of its clearest interpreters here. SUPERIORE.DE