Etna Bianco Superiore DOC Contrada Volpare 2023 Maugeri 0.75L Sicily Italy
bush vine (“albarello etneo”) on small terraces made of dry lava-stone walls
Vinification and aging: The grapes are harvested by hand then go direct to press. The direct press undergo a process of cryomaceration for three hours. The must is cold clarified and fermented, 90% in stainless steel and 10%in French oak barrels where the wine is aged on the lees for 8 months.
Intense straw yellow, with typical citrus and floral notes on the nose, along with light spicy notes and aromas of yellow fruit and ginger. On the palate, it's multifaceted and complex, fresh and spicy yet soft. A highly mineral wine with a long finish, offering good aging potential!
Production: 20,000 bottles
Food pairing: Aperitif, perfect with tuna and salmon, shellfish dishes, white meat, vegetables, fresh and medium-aged cheeses
