Munjebel Rosso 'FM' Frank Cornelissen
- Category
- Red Wines
- Winery
- Cornelissen Frank
- Region
- Sicily
- Denomination
- Terre Siciliane IGT
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Vinification
- Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in epoxy tanks with long contact with the skins for 60 days till malolactic fermentation
- Aging
- Some months in resin vats of 1500 a 2500 litres
- Grape varieties
- Nerello Mascalese 100%
- Notes
- Contains sulfites
Tasting Notes
This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies the traditional Italian winemaking heritage. With 14.5% 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.