Denomination: Etna DOC

Grape Types: Nerello Mascalese 95%, NerelloCappuccio 5%

Alcoholic Content: 13.5%

Vineyards: Volcanic soil and sandy, rich in minerals, on the northern slopes of Etna

Winemaking: Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel and plastic, eight days on the lees and 8-10 days on skins

Aging: 12 months in barriques of the second passage

Colour: Red Ruby

Nose: Elegant, with good complexity, and with notes of cherries and plums, leather and tobacco

Palate: Fresh and complex, with supple, velvety tannins, good structure. Pleasurable to drink, with lovely length

Opening: To enjoy at its best an organic or traditionally made wine, we recommend you to leave it"breathe"15-20 minutes before serving

Awards: 

• Gambero Rosso 2015: 3 bicchieri
• James Suckling 2015: 94/100
• Robert Parker 2015: 92/100