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Etna Rosso DOC wine — Firriato winery — Dionysus
RedEtnaDOC

Etna Rosso DOC

by Firriato · Sicily, Italy

AppellationEtnaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesNerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
FirriatoSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow on the north-eastern side of Mount Etna, at 500–600 metres above sea level.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand from mid-October through the final ten days of the month. Fermentation lasts 14 days at 26–27 °C.

Ageing

The wine matures in oak barrels for six months, followed by two months in bottle in Firriato’s cellars before release.

Tasting profile

Deep ruby in colour, the wine is elegant.

Serving and pairing

Serve in glasses with a slightly rounded bowl that is not too wide.

Label / history

Annual production is 60,000 bottles.