Buscemi Tartaraci Rosso 2017
$49.99
Buscemi Tartaraci Rosso
Tartaraci is made from 90-year-old albarello vines. Since these vines were planted as a field blend almost a century ago, Mirella honors the vision of the agronomist and creates the unique blend of 70% Nerello Mascalese, 30% Granaccia (Grenache) in her wines. The Granaccia, which softens the acidity of the Nerello Mascalese, also gives the wine a plump ripeness.
Vinified at the Graci cantina, Tartaraci is fermented in cement before ageing in 10HL large botte for 18 months.
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Buscemi Tartaraci Rosso 2017
So much history, so much surprise: the ‘Tartaraci’ vineyard is like no other plot on Etna, at nearly 3,000 feet in altitude with a northern exposure, yet still Mediterranean-influenced and wild in its beauty and vinous potential. Here Nerello Mascalese and Grenache are blended for a delicate yet potent red, full of silk and substance, endlessly refined and oh-so fresh.
REGION: ITALY • Sicily • Bronte (Etna)
APPELLATION: Sicilia DOC
BLEND: 70% Nerello Mascalese, 30% Grenache
VINEYARDS: The ‘Tartaraci’ vineyard sits on the northwest slope of Mount Etna, in the Bronte region. Facing north, this high-altitude plot (3,215 feet above sea level) has pure black and richly mineral volcanic soils.
AGE OF VINES: 90 years, on average
WINEMAKING: Hand-harvested. Destemmed; fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled concrete tanks. Aged in tank for 18 months. Bottled unfiltered.
TASTING IMPRESSIONS: Aromas of fresh raspberries and red cherries, incense and crushed stones, light peppery notes. Refined and smooth, finegrained tannins; impeccable balance and freshness
PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Air-dried sausage; grilled white meats; fresh sheep’s cheese; meaty seafood (like swordfish)
| Weight | 4 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 4 × 4 × 12 in |
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| Winery/Vintner | Buscemi |
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