Tenuta delle Terre Nere - Etna Rosato 2024 (750ml)
Price: $28.99
| Producer | Tenuta delle Terre Nere |
| Country | Italy |
| Varietal | Nerello Mascalese |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Sku | 030060 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Tenuta Terre Nere Etna Rosato DOC is a captivating and distinctively expressive rose from the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, born from a delightful inspiration and the clear artistic vision of proprietor Marco de Grazia. Crafted entirely from the noble Nerello Mascalese grape, this wine thoughtfully seeks to achieve a unique harmony: "the body of a white and the soul of a red," as Marco himself describes it.
Sourced from vineyards planted on volcanic soils at altitudes of 600 to 800 meters on Etna's north side, this Rosato embodies the unique terroir of this famed Sicilian region. The winemaking philosophy aims for a wine that is "joyful without being frivolous; that has tension without being austere." True to this vision, the Etna Rosato is bright, energetic, and refreshingly direct, yet it possesses a refined character and an uncommon ability to develop further complexity and nuance with time in the bottle—a rare and surprising feat for many roses.
Expect a wine alive with vibrant acidity, hinting at wild red berries, subtle floral notes, and a distinct volcanic stoniness that speaks of its origin. Its remarkable versatility makes it a superb companion to an exceptionally wide array of dishes, from delicate fish and poultry to flavorful pasta, charcuterie like ham and melon or salami and figs, and even simple pleasures like bread, olives, and cheese. This is Etna Rosato that elegantly balances immediate charm with intriguing depth.
