Munjebel Rosso 'VA' Frank Cornelissen

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Cornelissen Frank
Category
Red Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation with authoctone yeasts with contact with the skins for 60 days
Aging
Some months in neutral resin vats of 1500 or 2500 litres
Grape varieties
Nerello Mascalese 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites
Munjebel Rosso 'VA' Frank Cornelissen Italian wine - Terre Siciliane IGT from Sicily

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies traditional Italian winemaking heritage. Its 14% alcohol content underpins a rich, muscular structure. Crafted from Nerello Mascalese 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect layered dark fruit aromas, firm tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards old vines from Etna with more than 90 years old, selected from Tartaraci, Pettinociarelle and Monte Dolce cru, situated at 1.000, 890 e 870 metres bove sea level. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation with authoctone yeasts with contact with the skins for 60 days. The wine is aged some months in neutral resin vats of 1500 or 2500 litres. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

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

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