The volcano’s son
Appellation: DOC “ETNA” - Controlled place-name “ETNA”
Grape varieties: Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio
Production area: Vineyards on the slopes of Volcano Etna in Castiglione di Sicilia and Randazzo districts; counter-espalier and tree-like growing on volcanic-origin sandy soils, with strong thermic changes between day and night.
Production technique: Grape manual harvest in the fist decade of October; long temperature-controlled maceration with pomace.
Raising: Moderate in oak barrels and in bottle 12 months.
Colour: Red ruby
Perfume: Intense winy with elegant flowery hints.
Taste: Dry, full, proper tannic
Food pairing: Red meats and game
Alcoholic strength: 13.5 %
Serving temperature:18°C