Terre Nere

Etna Bianco 'Le Vigne Niche-Santo Spirito'

Etna Bianco 'Le Vigne Niche-Santo Spirito'

Etna Bianco Le Vigne NicheSanto Spirito Terre Nere
  • 100% Carricante from the Santo Spirito contrada in the township of Castiglione di Sicilia
  • Vines planted to deep, soft and dark volcanic soil, rich in volcanic ash
  • 700-800m above sea level. Vines range between 10-40 years old
  • Soft pressing, low temperature fermentation in French oak barrels of a capacity of 5 and 10 hl
  • Malolactic fermentation and maturation in French oak barriques for 10 months followed by finishing in the bottle for 9 months
  • Annual production: 4,500 bottles

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2023
Country:
Italy
Region:
Sicily
Appellation:
Etna Bianco
Variety:
Carricante
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle IT-TTN-21-23 12/750ml

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Press & Reviews

James Suckling
Score
95
Date
2024-10-22
"This has beautiful freshness and honey character with sliced apples and pears as well as lemons and honey. Medium- to full-bodied, it has depth of fruit, minerals and a long finish with cement undertones. Drink or hold."

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