Explore the rich and enveloping character of our Sweet Red Wine, grown on the fertile slopes of Mount Etna. With notes of dried grapes, dark chocolate and vanilla, this wine is the perfect companion to desserts, especially those made with Modica chocolate and Etna hazelnuts. A sweet and persistent pleasure, ideal for concluding a meal with a touch of Sicilian elegance.
Product details
- Area of origin: North-eastern Etna (Sicily)
- Classification: Terre Siciliane – Protected Geographical Indication (I.G.P.)
- Soil: Volcanic soil
- Altitude: 550–600 metres above sea level
- Training system: Vertical trellis system, with a vine density of 6,000 plants per hectare; average vine age 25 years. Biodiversity-based agriculture
- Climate: Insular Mediterranean climate with day–night temperature variations
- Harvest: Last ten days of October
- Vinification: Traditional fermentation at controlled temperature with approximately 20 days of maceration. Gentle manual racking
- Ageing: 1 year in bottle
- Colour: Intense garnet red
- Aroma: Intense aromas of dried grapes, dark chocolate, vanilla, dried fruit and dried figs
- Palate: Smooth, sweet, tannic and enveloping, with a persistent finish
- Alcohol content: From 16% vol. (depending on the vintage)
- Serving temperature: 18 °C
- Format: 750 ml Bordeaux bottle
- Food pairings: Desserts at the end of the meal, especially with Modica chocolate and Etna hazelnut paste