Etna Rosso 'Barbagalli' Pietradolce

Etna DOC • Sicily • Pietradolce
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Pietradolce
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Etna DOC
Alcohol
15%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in cement with maceration on the skins for 18 days
Aging
20 months in French barrels
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

A fine example of Sicily winemaking, this Etna DOC reflects generations of local expertise. With 15% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards ancient pre-phylloxera vines, rooted on a sandy soil. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in cement with maceration on the skins for 18 days. The wine is aged 20 months in French barrels. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

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

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