Etna Rosso 'Alberello' SRC

Etna DOC • Sicily • SRC
Category
Red Wines
Winery
SRC
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Etna DOC
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, contact with the skins of 3 weeks, without adding sulfites in concrete tanks
Aging
13 months in concrete tanks and bottled on a waning moon
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This exceptional Etna DOC showcases the authentic character of Sicily. With 14% 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. The fruit is sourced from vineyards old vines of 65 years old, cultivated on volcanic and sandy soil. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts, contact with the skins of 3 weeks, without adding sulfites in concrete tanks. The wine is aged 13 months in concrete tanks and bottled on a waning moon. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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