Etna Rosso 'Calderara Sottana' Tenuta delle Terre Nere

Etna DOC • Sicily • Tenuta delle Terre Nere
Category
Red Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Etna DOC
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic and fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature and spontaneous malolactic fermentation
Aging
18 months in small and big oak barrels, new for the 20%
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 98%, Nerello Cappuccio 2%
Notes
Contains sulfites
Etna Rosso 'Calderara Sottana' Tenuta delle Terre Nere Italian wine - Etna DOC from Sicily

Tasting Notes

This Etna DOC captures the distinctive personality of Sicily terroir. At 14.5% alcohol, it delivers real concentration and power on the palate. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 98%, Nerello Cappuccio 2%, 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 old vines that are 50-100 years old, rooted in a volcanic rocky soil at 600-650 m above sea level on the slope of Etna faced to North. Vinification: alcoholic and fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature and spontaneous malolactic fermentation. The wine is aged 18 months in small and big oak barrels, new for the 20%. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

Sicilian producers blend indigenous grapes with international varieties, reflecting the island's rich cultural mix.

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