- 100% Carricante
- Average vine age of 45 years
- Planted at 750 meters above sea level in mineral-rich soils of lava, clay, and alluvial sediment
- From Contrada Calderara, Castiglione di Sicilia
- Fruit is handpicked followed by a 24-hour maceration of the skins
- Fermentation occurs in 40% French oak and 60% cement tank
- The wine then ages on the lees for 1 year prior to bottling
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2021
Country:
Italy
Region:
Sicily
Appellation:
Etna Bianco
Variety:
Catarratto
Color:
White
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-CTN-20-21 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Decanter
Score
92
Date
2023-10-31
"Partially vinified and matured in French oak tonneaux (60%), along with cement tanks (40%), this 100% Carricante from 60-year-old vines in Contrada Calderara at 780m is rounder and less aromatic than the entry-level Etna Bianco. Saying that, it's vertical and saline, intense, concentrated and spicy. Clearly defined flavours of crunchy apple, pineapple and white peach lead to a fresh and pithy finish with a hint of mango."
James Suckling
Score
92
Date
2023-06-07
"Lemons, jasmine, white flowers and blanched almonds on the nose. Creamy and textured with a medium body, fresh acidity and a delicious, lengthy finish. Carricante. Drink now."
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2023-06-30