“Pietradolce” Rosso Etna DOC 2024 · MAGNUM in OWC

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

19222624 · 1,5 l · 46,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping6 units available

Solicchiata, northern slope of Mount Etna, 800 metres. The Faro family has dug deep into the volcano here since 2005 – literally, because the sandy soils of weathered lava rock allow roots to travel far. 100% Nerello Mascalese, Alberello, vines between 50 and 65 years old. Hand-picked, two weeks of maceration, three months in fine-grained oak barrels. Not a wood wine – a classic red volcanic wine.

Bright ruby red in the glass. The nose opens dark and complex: boysenberry, crushed black cherry, wild flowers, ash, a hint of rosemary and thyme, pink pepper. Silky and medium-bodied on the palate – juicy acidity, fine tannins, a persistent mineral flavour. The finish is long and tense, with a tart cherry flavour that lingers. Not an easy entry-level wine, but an elegant red with finesse, substance and good potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant, light ruby colour with garnet-red tendencies. Elegant bouquet with notes of redcurrant, liquorice and some dried orange peel. Concentrated fruit, supportive tannins and fresh acidity on the palate, harmonious and persistent." Falstaff

"Restrained and complex Etna rosso with licorice, black pepper and smoky tones over red cherries and plums. Very juicy on the palate with medium body, energetically crisp acidity and tight yet ripe tannins." James Suckling