Etna Rosso 'Don Michele' Tenute Moganazzi

Etna DOC • Sicily • Tenute Moganazzi
Category
Red Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Etna DOC
Alcohol
13%
Vinification
Fermentation on the skins in steel tanks
Aging
18 months in French barriques
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

A fine example of Sicily winemaking, this Etna DOC reflects generations of local expertise. With 13% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, 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 sapling vines that are 80 years old In the Nothern-East slope of Etna, in Contrada Moganazzi in Pasopisciaro, rooted in volcanic soil at 650 m above sea level. Vinification: fermentation on the skins in steel tanks. The wine is aged 18 months in French barriques. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, pairs ancient viticultural heritage with a dynamic modern wine renaissance.

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