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The Land

The Nireddu Etna Rosso comes from multiple vineyard sites on the northern slope of Mount Etna, at an altitude of around 650 meters above sea level. The vineyards, composed of volcanic soils with sand and pebbles, are rich in minerals and feature old vines ranging from 70 to 90 years old. The specific location of these vineyards provides unique growing conditions that contribute to the character of the wine.

The Wine

This 100% Nerello Mascalese (or close to it) displays a ruby red color. The nose offers an elegant and complex array of fresh fruit aromas. The palate is fresh and complex, with a good consistency, a noticeable tannic structure, and a lingering, savory finish showing volcanic undertones. The wine is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and sees a brief 2-month aging in oak barrels before being moved back to steel for further aging. This is a wine that is intended to be both approachable and expressive, offering a clear window into the unique qualities of Etna.

The People

The Calcagno brothers, Franco and Gianni, are a sixth-generation Sicilian family, representing a crucial piece of Etna's fine wine development. They began bottling their own wine in 2006, after a long tradition of selling grapes in bulk. They maintain a 100% organic approach to viticulture and work with old, pre-phylloxera vines. Winemaker Alessandro Bianco joined the family after gaining experience at Passopisciaro, and is now taking the wines to new heights.

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