COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio
PRODUCER
Tenuta delle Terre Nere
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Tenuta delle Terre Nere Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo 2022 is a red wine from the Etna DOC appellation in Sicily, Italy. Produced by Tenuta delle Terre Nere, it is primarily made from Nerello Mascalese, often with a small addition of Nerello Cappuccio. The Feudo di Mezzo vineyard is noted as the warmest terroir within the estate, situated on ancient volcanic soils at high elevation on Mount Etna. The producer, Marc de Grazia, is recognized for his role in elevating Etna wines through a philosophy of minimal intervention and organic viticulture, aiming to express the purity of the grape and the volcanic terroir. The estate's vines are notably old, contributing to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€48
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Feudo di Mezzo vineyard is described as a 'garden of Eden'.
Fact 02
Vines at this estate can be up to 140 years old.
Fact 03
Wines are often compared to Burgundy and Nebbiolo for their finesse.
Fact 04
Organic farming is practiced on the volcanic slopes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Tenuta delle Terre Nere Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo begins with organically grown grapes. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures (28-30° C) for 10-15 days, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation. The wine then undergoes aging in French oak barriques and tonneaux for approximately 14-18 months. The producer's approach prioritizes minimal intervention to allow the expression of the volcanic terroir and grape varietals.
