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Tasting Notes
Captivating and bright, from volcanic soils. Etna Bianco DOP is a concentrated serum of Sicilian gastronomic explosion: it ranges from floral notes of mandarin blossom to candied ginger, whilst the palate is tickled by alternated salt and lemon. Wine Spectator speaks of "baked pineapple" in calling it "a richer approach to young Carricante, but well-balanced and vibrant throughout.”
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Classification: Red
Variety: Carricante
Vintage: 2022
Bottle Size: 750ml (Bottle)
Country: Italy
Region: Sicily, Etna
Alcohol %: 13.5%
Cellaring: 10-15 Years
Scores
94 / 100"Fresh and clean on the nose, thick and wide, but with such clarity and juiciness - really lovely pink grapefruit, lemon and apple with crushed stone minerality and a touch of spice around the edges. Feels accessible and friendly, almost with a butteriness that gives a slightly thick texture. Round and forward, lots of life to this with gorgeous juicy acidity that really lifts the expression. Great stuff, have chilled with seafood! Ageing in stainless steel tanks for five months on the lees with regular batonnages every week. From 5.5 hectares planted in 1975 in Solicchiata - Montedolce. Davide Rosso direction, Andrea Delpiano winemaker."
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