COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
100% Carricante
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola F. Tornatore
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Azienda Agricola F. Tornatore's Etna Bianco Denominazione Di Origine Controllata is a white wine from the Etna DOC appellation in Sicily, Italy. It is made exclusively from 100% Carricante grapes grown on the northern slopes of Mount Etna at an altitude of 650 meters. The unique volcanic terroir, characterized by mineral-rich soils and significant temperature variations, imparts distinctive depth and structure to the wine. The Tornatore family, with a winemaking heritage dating back centuries, is committed to preserving and promoting the native grape varieties of the region. The 2021 vintage was marked by an early harvest due to warm weather, resulting in a wine that balances ripeness with vibrant acidity.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes are grown at an altitude of over 2,100 feet on volcanic slopes.
Fact 02
The Tornatore family has been cultivating grapes in Etna since 1865.
Fact 03
Carricante is a native Sicilian grape variety, primarily found on Etna.
Fact 04
The wine's minerality is often described as 'volcanic'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Grapes for this Etna Bianco are cultivated on terraced vineyards at high altitudes on the northern slopes of Mount Etna. The harvest is manual, with grapes carefully selected upon arrival at the winery. After destemming and light pressing, the must undergoes cold clarification before fermentation at a controlled temperature of 15-16°C. The wine is then aged on its fine lees for about three months, typically in concrete and stainless steel tanks, to develop complexity and texture. The producer's approach centers on utilizing native grape varieties and respecting the unique volcanic terroir.
