2023 Sciara – Luna Dorata – Etna Bianco – DOC

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2023 Sciara – Luna Dorata – Etna Bianco – DOCAn aromatic white blending Carricante (60%) with Catarrato, Minella Bianco and Garganega, sourced from five vineyards, Carrana, Feudo di Mezzo, Taccione, Monte Dolce and Nave, between 720 and 1,000 metres on volcanic ash and lapilli. Vines average around 50 years old, whole clusters fermented spontaneously with indigenous yeast. Spearmint and citronella open into honey and dried orange peel, with a finish of bitter melon and citrus. Give it a 30

followed by 12-14 months of aging in a blend of barriques and large oak barrels

A true expression of Taurasi's finest

followed by fermentation at a controlled temperature of 15-16°C

Vinified in February with a unique fermentation interruption to preserve sugars

Corvinone (20%)

followed by a gentle pressing of whole grapes

resulting in wines that reflect the land

and a subtle earthy undertone

" thrives in this mountainous terroir

where it develops added complexity while maintaining its purity

After cooling and a careful manual selection

The wine is carefully vinified in stainless steel vessels to maintain its integrity