100% Nerello Mascalese from a single vineyard near the village of Castiglione di Sicilia. These are from younger vines, only 40-50 years old!
Aged mostly in steel with a short passage in old barrels, this is bright and juicy with red fruits, the palate pleasingly tannic and refreshing with classic mineral notes of Nerello from Etna. This is a great introduction to the grape and superb with a variety of dishes, from tuna and caponata through to white meats and vegetables.
A pretty, silky red showing dried strawberries and chocolate and some hazelnut. Medium body. Soft tannins and a delicious finish with some smoky character. Drink now.
93 points James Suckling jamessuckling.com August 2019