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WhiteEtnaDOC

Ante Etna Bianco DOC

by I Custodi · Sicily, Italy

Appellation
EtnaDOC
Type
White
Grapes
Carricante, Minnella, Garganega
Alcohol
12.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
White
Colour depth
Light
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
10–12 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
I CustodiSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vineyards lie on the northern slope of Mount Etna, on sandy volcanic soils rich in minerals. The vines are up to 40 years old.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested entirely by hand, placed in small crates and gently pressed at the winery. Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 20 °C.

Ageing

The wine rests in stainless-steel vats for 12 months, followed by six months in bottle in the winery’s cellars.