Etna Rosso 'Barbagalli' Pietradolce

Etna DOC • Sicily • Pietradolce
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Pietradolce
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Etna DOC
Alcohol
15%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in cement with maceration on the skins for 18 days
Aging
20 months in French barrels
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

A fine example of Sicily winemaking, this Etna DOC reflects generations of local expertise. With 15% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards ancient pre-phylloxera vines, rooted on a sandy soil. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in cement with maceration on the skins for 18 days. The wine is aged 20 months in French barrels. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

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

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