Munjebel Bianco 'VA' Frank Cornelissen
- Category
- White Wines
- Winery
- Cornelissen Frank
- Region
- Sicily
- Denomination
- Terre Siciliane IGT
- Alcohol
- 12%
- Vinification
- Maceration on the skins for 4 days and spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with only indigenous yeasts
- Aging
- 18 months in fiberglass tanks and 18 months in bottle
- Grape varieties
- Grecanico 60%, Coda di Volpe 30%, Carricante 10%
- Notes
- Contains sulfites
Tasting Notes
This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies the traditional Italian winemaking heritage. With 12% alcohol, it delivers elegance and finesse. Crafted from Grecanico 60%, Coda di Volpe 30%, Carricante 10%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It presents bright acidity with fresh mineral notes and excellent varietal expression. 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.