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RedEtnaDOC

Rocca Coeli Etna Rosso

by Palari · Sicily, Italy

Appellation
EtnaDOC
Type
Red
Grapes
Nerello Mascalese
Line
Rocca Coeli
Alcohol
14.0%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Dark
Body
Full-bodied
Serve at
18 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
PalariSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from north-facing plots at 800 m above sea level within a 12 ha vineyard of dark volcanic soils.

Vinification

The grapes are gently pressed, followed by 12 days of skin contact at approximately 28 °C. Malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks.

Ageing

The wine matures for 20 months in 25 hL barrels, followed by a further 20 months in bottle before release.

Tasting profile

The wine has a strong character.