Pietradolce Contrada Santo Spirito Etna Rosso Pre-Phylloxera 2018

Pietradolce Contrada Santo Spirito Etna Rosso Pre-Phylloxera 2018

Producer: Pietradolce
Region: Sicily – Etna, Italy
Appellation: Etna Rosso DOC
Grape: 100% Nerello Mascalese
Vineyard: Contrada Santo Spirito
Vine Age: 80–90 years (pre-phylloxera)
Training System: Alberello
Altitude: 900 meters
Exposure: Northern slopes of Mount Etna
Soil: Sandy and stony volcanic origin
Farming: Organic

Vinification & Aging:

• Fermentation and maceration with native yeasts in concrete tanks

• Aged for 14 months in French oak tonneaux

Description

Planted at extreme altitudes on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, the Contrada Santo Spirito vineyard yields one of the most refined and aerial expressions of Nerello Mascalese. These pre-phylloxera vines, aged between 80 and 90 years and cultivated organically in volcanic soils, give rise to a wine of delicate power and radiant precision.

Fermented with indigenous yeasts and aged in French oak tonneaux, the 2018 vintage displays aromas of wild red berries, crushed flowers, hot stones and volcanic spice. On the palate, it is vibrant, elegant and mineral, with taut acidity and fine, sculpted tannins. A wine of altitude and depth — a whisper from the volcano, long and persistent.

92 points – Wine Enthusiast

Suggested Pairings

• Grilled lamb loin

• Mushroom risotto

• Stuffed eggplant with herbs

• Aged sheep’s milk cheeses