Description
Terre Nere Etna Bianco
Appellation: Etna Bianco D.O.C.
First released vintage: 2005
Production area: townships of Randazzo and Castiglione di Sicilia, Biancavilla and Milo (Catania)
Varietals of grapes: 70% Carricante, 20% Catarratto, 5% Grecanico, 5% Inzolia
Extension of the vineyard: produced from all the vineyards of the estate and partly from growers
Yield per hectare: 6-7 tons/ha
Characteristics of the soil: volcanic soil
Exposure: mostly northern slope of Mount Etna, from 600 up to 900 meters a.s.l.
Average age of the vines: between 5 and 80 years old
Type of cultivation: en goblet and modified en goblet
Harvest: end of September
Vinification: soft pressing, low temperature fermentation in steel vats
Ageing: n.a.
Colour: pale yellow
Nose: floral, reminiscent of linden blooms
Flavour: fresh and salty, mineral essence
Food matches: light pasta dishes, fish, white meats
Suggested serving temperature: 8-10° C
Alcohol %: 12,5 %