COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Nerello Mascalese
PRODUCER
Terrazze dell'Etna
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cirneco 2016 by Terrazze dell'Etna is a red wine from the Etna Rosso DOC in Sicily, made exclusively from Nerello Mascalese. The wine's name is a nod to the indigenous Etnean hunting dog, symbolizing its elegance and strength. Terrazze dell'Etna, founded in 2008 by Nino Bevilacqua, focuses on the unique volcanic terroir of Mount Etna, reviving traditional viticultural practices. The vineyards are situated on the northwest slopes of the volcano, at altitudes ranging from 550 to 850 meters, where vines, some over 60 years old and ungrafted, are cultivated in mineral-rich volcanic soils. This combination of indigenous grape, high-altitude volcanic terroir, and traditional farming methods defines the wine's distinct character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the native Etnean hunting dog.
Fact 02
Grown on volcanic soils at altitudes of 550-850 meters.
Fact 03
Vines are often over 60 years old, some ungrafted.
Fact 04
A tribute to the unique character of the Etnean territory.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Cirneco begins with a lengthy and controlled maceration of the must with the skins, lasting up to 40 days. Malolactic fermentation occurs spontaneously. The wine is then aged for 24 months in French oak tonneaux, which are double toasted and in their second or third passage. Following this, the wine undergoes a significant period of bottle aging, a minimum of three years, before release. These techniques are employed to capture the essence of the Nerello Mascalese grape and the volcanic terroir of Etna.
