GRACI ETNA ROSSO DOC 2021 - red

Style: Rocks & MineralsAlberto Graci’s main property is in Passopisciaro, in the northeast part of Etna. Callued Acurìa, it’s 25 hectares, with 18 hectares of vines, of which 15 hectares are Nerello Mascalese (Etna’s top red grape), 1.5 hectares Carricante and 1 hectare Catarratto. The altitude is between 600 and 660 metres. ‘I want to use the indigenous grape varieties to express my terroirs,’ says Graci. ‘If I want a Pinot Noir, I can get it from elsewhere.’ The wine is balanced and fresh. It shows the specific volcanic character that only wines from the charred slopes of Etna can deliver. It is made with Nerello Mascalese harvested at 600 to 700 meters above sea level in ashy volcanic soils. It sees contact with cement and large oak casks only. MONICA LARNER, Wine AdvocateRegion: Sicily, ITALYVariety: Nerello Mascalese ABV: 13.5%Liquor Act 2007. It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of a person under the age of 18 years. Lic No. LIQP770016424 *We endeavour to ensure the correct vintage is displayed, however some variations may occur in store and for delivered bottles.