Graci Etna Rosso 2023

Graci Etna Rosso 2023

Dried cherries, sweet herbs and dried flowers emerge from this delicate, fleeting red best suited to near-term enjoyment.

Grape variety: Nerello Mascalese (100%)

Appellation: Etna

Blend: 100% Nerello Mascalese

Alcohol: 14.5%

Soil: Volcanic

Harvested: Mid-October

Method: Hand Harvested

Maceration: 30 Days

Fermentation Vessel: Concrete Tanks

Time of Aging: 18 months

Barrel Details: Concrete Vat

Reviews

James Suckling – “Very refined texture and character with sliced berries, cherries, watermelon and oranges on a medium-bodied palate with integrated tannins. The fresh, crunchy finish shows hints of pumice and ash. Drink now or hold.” (95 Pts)

Vinous – “Wickedly fresh and floral, the 2023 Graci Etna Rosso is bursting with violet and lavender tones, chalk dust and ripe wild strawberry fruit. It washes across the palate with juicy textures and crisp red berries as a stream of motivating acidity maintains marvelous energy. It leaves a subtle inner tension that pinches at the cheeks as tart cherry and hints of clove linger on. This sexy Etna Rosso will win a lot of hearts. Drink 2025-2029.” (92 Pts)

Wine Advocate – “The 2023 Graci Etna Rosso shows a delicate succession of small berry fruits and blue flower. You also get a hint of black tea and dried mountain herb from a warm vintage. There is firmness and tension in this wine; however, the simplicity and approachability of this easy-drinking Etna red (from a difficult vintage) is what stands out most. Drink 2025-2030.” (91 Pts)