Magma Frank Cornelissen
- Category
- Red Wines
- Winery
- Cornelissen Frank
- Region
- Sicily
- Denomination
- Terre Siciliane IGT
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Vinification
- Maceration of 60 days on the skins and fermentation with indigenous yeasts in fiberglass
- Aging
- 18 months in neutral epoxy tanks from 1200 liters to 2500 liters
- Grape varieties
- Nerello Mascalese 100%
- Notes
- Contains sulfites
Tasting Notes
This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies the traditional Italian winemaking heritage. 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. Tasting reveals contains sulfites This Sicilian expression shows the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.
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About Sicily Wine Region
Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, represents Italy's most dynamic wine region with its ancient viticultural heritage and modern renaissance. The island's volcanic soils, particularly around Mount Etna, impart distinctive mineral characteristics to the wines. Sicilian producers combine indigenous grape varieties with international ones, creating unique expressions that reflect the island's rich cultural heritage.