Description
Winery | Theresa Eccher |
Wine Label | Altero Etna DOC Rosso |
VinWine Brand | Volcanic Origin Collection |
Country | Italy |
Region | Sicily |
Wine Type | Red |
Grape Variety | 98% Nerello Mascalese, 2% Nerello Cappuccio |
Vineyard Location | Contrada Pontale Palino, Solicchiata di Castiglione di Sicilia, 800 m. a.s.l. |
Soil | Lava (lava flow of 1881) |
Harvest | Second half of October, manual, in 20 kilos crates |
Vinification | Gentle destemming and maceration with skin contact. Fermentation at controlled temperature with constant pumping of must over grapes and wine-pressing. Malolactic fermentation triggered by native yeasts |
Aging | About 40 months in large french oak casks then at least 6 months in bottle |
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Alcohol Vol | 14.5% |
Color | Intense ruby |
Aroma | Intense, little red fruits, tobacco, cherry with a balsamic note |
Taste | Extremely elegant, complex, balanced, fresh |
Food Pairing | Best served with red meats, mature cheeses, food with intense taste |
Serving Temperature |  18°-20° C / 64° – 68° |
Standard Bottle Size (L) | 0.75 |
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