COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio
PRODUCER
Gaja & Graci
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Idda Etna Rosso 2021 is a red wine from the Etna Rosso DOC appellation in Sicily, a collaborative project between Gaja and Alberto Graci. The wine's name, 'IDDA,' is a Sicilian term of endearment for Mount Etna, reflecting the volcano's influence on the wine. The vineyards are situated on the south-west slopes of Mount Etna, at altitudes ranging from 600 to 800 meters. The grapes used are primarily Nerello Mascalese, with a smaller proportion of Nerello Cappuccio, grown in the mineral-rich volcanic soils characteristic of the region.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€47
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
IDDA means 'she' in Sicilian, a term of respect for Mount Etna.
Fact 02
Vineyards are planted between 600-800 meters altitude.
Fact 03
Gaja, the producer, has a winemaking history dating back to 1859.
Fact 04
The wine is a partnership between Gaja and Alberto Graci.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Idda Etna Rosso undergoes fermentation and maceration for around three weeks, with part of the process taking place in oak and concrete vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months, utilizing a combination of concrete and seasoned wood. The grapes are sourced from vineyards located on the south-west slopes of Mount Etna, at elevations between 600 and 800 meters.
