COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Nerello Mascalese 90%, Nerello Cappuccio 10%
PRODUCER
Giovanni Raiti
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Quantico Etna Rosso is a red wine from the Etna Rosso DOC appellation in Sicily, Italy, produced by Giovanni Raiti. The 2015 vintage showcases a lighter, more perfumed style, a distinctive characteristic for the region. The Quantico project, founded by Giovanni Raiti and his wife Vera, aims to express the natural equilibrium of energy and matter in wine, drawing inspiration from quantum physics. The vineyards are situated on the northeastern slopes of Mount Etna, benefiting from the unique volcanic terroir. This particular vintage was produced in an extremely limited quantity of just 125 cases and is made with minimal intervention, including fermentation with indigenous yeasts and no added sulfur.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Quantico' is inspired by quantum physics.
Fact 02
Only 125 cases were produced in the 2015 vintage.
Fact 03
This wine is made entirely without added sulfur.
Fact 04
Vineyards are located on the northeastern slopes of Mount Etna.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The 2015 Quantico Etna Rosso is crafted using a philosophy of minimal intervention. The grapes undergo a pre-fermentation soak before fermenting with indigenous yeasts, entirely without the addition of sulfur. Maturation occurs over 12 months, utilizing a mix of old barriques, tonneaux (50%), and stainless steel tanks (50%). The vineyards are managed following organic principles, eschewing fertilizers and pesticides. The producer, Giovanni Raiti, aims to create wines that are a pure expression of the volcanic terroir and the indigenous grape varieties, reflecting a balance of energy and matter.
