Nicosia
Lenza di Munti Etna Rosso
Nicosia
Lenza di Munti Etna Rosso
Made with selected grapes grown on lava terraces at an average altitude of 720 m above sea level, these Etna wines represent a unique combination of the typical elegance of mountain wine and minerality due to volcanic origin. The extraordinary wealth of minerals in Etna's volcanic soils is the source of the very sapid and typical flavor of the wines produced here. The quality of the soil is closely tied to Etna’s volcanic origins, as it was formed through the disintegration of lavas with different compositions and from different eras, and eruptive materials such as sands, ashes, pumice stone and “lapilli”.
Wine Production
Nerello Mascalese is a black grape hystorically prevalent on Etna, that takes its name from Mascali territory where it was selected a few centuries ago. This is the base of the Etna Rosso DOC, which must contain at least 80% of Nerello Mascalese grapes. Nerello Cappuccio, or Mantellato, is another red grape commonly found on the volcano. It is used to make Etna Rosso DOC, in a percentage no higher than 20%. It gives wine a higher chromatic intensity, compensating for Nerello Mascalese's weak colouring capacity.
Tasting Notes
Brilliant ruby red. Complex and intense nose with floral hints and notes of red fruit. A lively and smooth taste, with strong minerality and an intense fruity finish.
Food Pairing
Perfectly pairs with tasty pasta dishes, roasted and grilled meats, cold cuts and semi-aged cheeses.
Made with selected grapes grown on lava terraces at an average altitude of 720 m above sea level, these Etna wines represent a unique combination of the typical elegance of mountain wine and minerality due to volcanic origin. The extraordinary wealth of minerals in Etna's volcanic soils is the source of the very sapid and typical flavor of the wines produced here. The quality of the soil is closely tied to Etna’s volcanic origins, as it was formed through the disintegration of lavas with different compositions and from different eras, and eruptive materials such as sands, ashes, pumice stone and “lapilli”.
Wine Production
Nerello Mascalese is a black grape hystorically prevalent on Etna, that takes its name from Mascali territory where it was selected a few centuries ago. This is the base of the Etna Rosso DOC, which must contain at least 80% of Nerello Mascalese grapes. Nerello Cappuccio, or Mantellato, is another red grape commonly found on the volcano. It is used to make Etna Rosso DOC, in a percentage no higher than 20%. It gives wine a higher chromatic intensity, compensating for Nerello Mascalese's weak colouring capacity.
Tasting Notes
Brilliant ruby red. Complex and intense nose with floral hints and notes of red fruit. A lively and smooth taste, with strong minerality and an intense fruity finish.
Food Pairing
Perfectly pairs with tasty pasta dishes, roasted and grilled meats, cold cuts and semi-aged cheeses.
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