Benanti Contrada Monte Serra Etna Rosso 2019

$53

ITALY : SICILY : ETNA ROSSO DOC

Nerello Mascalese

MED-FULL-BODIED, RED FRUIT, SPICE, WILD HERBS, ROSE, FRENCH OAK

100% Nerello Mascalese planted in ancient volcanic soil on the slopes of Monte Serra (an extinct volcanic cone on the south-eastern side of Mount Etna). Ethereal and spicy, with balanced tannins, floral notes, and persistent red fruit. Fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeast; maturation in used French oak for ~1 year + in bottle for ~10mos.

Drink now - 2034.

ECOLOGY : Organic

PAIR WITH : Mature Cheeses & Charcuterie