Etna Rosso 'Alberello' SRC

Etna DOC • Sicily • SRC
Category
Red Wines
Winery
SRC
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Etna DOC
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, contact with the skins of 3 weeks, without adding sulfites in concrete tanks
Aging
13 months in concrete tanks and bottled on a waning moon
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This exceptional Etna DOC showcases the authentic character of Sicily. With 14% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards old vines of 65 years old, cultivated on volcanic and sandy soil. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, contact with the skins of 3 weeks, without adding sulfites in concrete tanks. The wine is aged 13 months in concrete tanks and bottled on a waning moon. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

Braised lamb with herbs
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Mature pecorino cheese
Wild mushroom risotto
Grilled red meats and game
Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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