Benanti

Kräftiges Apricot mit funkelndem Kern. In der Nase nach Marillenjoghurt, reifem Pfirsich, etwas Limette. Ausgewogen mit tollem Zug, leicht spürbares Tannin im Mittelteil, öffnet sich schön weit und fruchtig, endet im Finale mit kräftigem Druck und bleibt dennoch elegant. SUPERIORE.DE

Funkelndes Rubinrot, intensiver und ansprechender Duft nach Zwetschgen, reifen Himbeeren und einem Hauch Lakritze im Hintergrund. Am Gaumen elegantes Tannin und ein wunderbarer Fruchtschmelz. SUPERIORE.DE

"Helles, leuchtendes und kraftvolles Rubinrot. Mineralisch anmutende Nase mit versteckten kandierten Orangenzesten, Roten Johannisbeeren und im Nachhall etwas Rauch. Am Gaumen saftig und salzig getragen von feinem Schmelz, zupackend und griffig, im Finale saftig." Falstaff

"Luminous, very pretty deep red color. Fresh red cherry, berries and flint on the enticing nose. Then crisp and juicy with lively herbal and floral nuances to the red cherry fruit flavors. Finishes long and vibrant with hints of fresh ginger and minerals. A lovely entry-level wine." Vinous

"Offers a bright tang of acidity and smoke-tinged mineral, and a creamy mix of crushed cherry, pomegranate and grilled thyme." Wine Spectator

Etna Bianco wird aus der einheimischen Rebe Carricante gekeltert. Eine betörende Aromenmischung aus Obst, Mineralien und gerösteten Nüssen, dazu ein frischer, runder Geschmack, gute Säure und mit zarter Süße im Nachhall. SUPERIORE.DE

Nerello Cappuccio mit getrockneten Blumen, Kirschen und Gewürzen im Bouquet bietet eleganten Genuss. Mittlerer Körper, zart und ätherisch im Abgang. Eine faszinierende Interpretation der autochthonen Rebsorte des Etna. SUPERIORE.DE

"Scorched earth, ripe black-skinned fruit and a whiff of game lead the nose. The aromas follow over to the vigorous palate along with dusty tannins. It's a bit rustic but also full of personality. Give it a few more years to fully integrate, then drink." Wine Enthusiast

"Dark red-ruby. Redcurrant and cinnamon aromas are complicated by a smoky and herb nuance. At once sweet and tangy, with mineral and mint notes lifting the juicy red berry flavors. Boasts an almost exotic spicy/floral quality and plenty of inner-palate perfume. Finishes long, juicy and vibrant, with firm, ripe tannins. One of the rare 100% Nerello Cappuccios made today but the numbers of which are on the rise, and so kudos to Benanti for having been the first to do so." Vinous

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"A clean, silky version, featuring creamy tannins layered with baked raspberry, violet, citrus and spice flavors. Medium-bodied, with tangy, minerally notes of saline and tarry smoke lingering on the finish." Wine Spectator

"Bright red. Savory herbs, flowers, and red fruit aromas and flavors. Rich, round and ripe but with good acid lift. Finishes long, with youthfully chewy tannins and with lots of size and flesh. Will appeal more to those who like their wines bigger rather than perfumed, but it’s hard to argue with this wine’s charm and fun in-your-face personality. Made from grapes of the two Nerello varieties grown at roughly 900 meters above sea level on the southwest slope of Etna." Vinous

"Wild berry, Mediterranean herb, scorched soil and a whiff of game meld together on this 100% Nerello Mascalese. On the tightly knit palate, close-grained, drying tannins wrap around dried black cherry, orange zest and licorice alongside a hint of smoky mineral." Wine Enthusiast

"Here's an exciting new wine from the Benati family that showcases their latest vineyard acquisitions in the Contrada Cavaliere in Santa Maria di Licodia (with vines at 900 meters above sea level on the southwest side of Etna). The 2017 Etna Rosso Contrada Cavaliere reveals a darker appearance and a more intense aromatic profile, which are characteristics of this flank of the Etna volcano. This is a very expressive Etna red, meant for rich meat sauces on pasta, but it does show marked differences from the wines made in the area between Castiglione di Sicilia and Passopisciaro. For one, the aromas here are slightly more fruit-driven, with bright cherry and red apple skin. The tannins are a bit sweeter and glossier as well. They don't show that volcanic dryness you sometimes get. In all, this new wine has deftly navigated this hot and dry vintage. Production is 5,300 bottles strong." Robert Parker

Benantis neuer Roter stammt zu 100% aus der Lage (Contrada) Monte Serra und von ca. 12 Jahre alten Nerello-Mascalese-Reben. Die Maximalproduktion per anno beträgt gerade einmal 6.000 Flaschen. Er begeistert mit seinem lebendigen Geschmack, enormer Energie und grandioser Mineralik und endet in einem wundervoll langen Abgang. SUPERIORE.DE

"A harmonious, medium-bodied red, with supple tannins and a light juiciness to the plumped cherry, black tea leaf, dried fig and smoke-tinged mineral flavors. Chewy finish."Wine Spectator

"In its second year now, the 2017 Etna Rosso Contrada Monte Serra is a slightly more fragile and subdued wine compared to its cousin from the Contrada Cavaliere. The floral impact of this wine leaves a lasting impression, and the quality of fruit veers toward wild berries and cranberries. There is a note of plush or succulent sweetness that seems very specific to this wine. The tannins are silky, and the wine is mid-weight in texture but noticeably long in persistence. This pure expression of Nerello Mascalese would pair nicely with fresh tuna and capers served with tomato sauce on pasta. Some 6,000 bottles were made." Robert Parker

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