Graci Etna Rosso 2021

Graci Etna Rosso 2021

APPELLATION: Etna

REGION: Sicily

COUNTRY: Italy

BLEND: 100% NERELLO MASCALESE

ALCOHOL: 14%

SUB-APPELLATION: PASSOPISCIARIO

SOIL: NON-CALCAREOUS AND RICH VOLCANIC, SANY SOIL – HIGH IN LIMESTONE, IRON AND NITROGEN

FERMENTATION VESSEL: CONCRETE TANKS

TIME OF AGING: 18 MONTHS

Reviews

James Suckling – “Crunchy cranberries, violets, allspice, and a hint of nutmeg undertones. Light- to medium-bodied with juicy and silky tannins supported by a bright backbone of acidity. Balanced finish.” (93 Pts)

Wine Spectator – “The 2021 Graci Etna Rosso reveals a structured but slender personality with bright berry fruit, redcurrant and wild berry. The wine is balanced and fresh. It shows the specific volcanic character that only wines from the charred slopes of Etna can deliver. It is made with Nerello Mascalese harvested at 600 to 700 meters above sea level in ashy volcanic soils. It sees contact with cement and large oak casks only. Anticipated Maturity: 2023-2028. (92 Pts)

Wine Enthusiast – “A savory, mineral nose offers rocks, pencil eraser, mixed citrus, quince and apples and a little Parmesan rind. Nuts and spices on the palate bring out the Parmesan quality even as the apple flavors deepen and extend.” (92 Pts)