Etna Rosso Riserva 'Vecchie Viti Monte Gorna' Cantine Nicosia 2014

The Etna Rosso Riserva “Vecchie Viti - Monte Gorna” represents the flagship label of Cantine Nicosia, the highest expression of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio from this historic Etna estate. A prestigious bottle, born from a particularly vocated plot, located in the Tre Castagni area. Grapes of extraordinary quality, low yields, and a long aging process give rise to an intense, complex red with remarkable aging potential. Its fruity aromas, spicy and balsamic notes, create a picture of great charm, conveying all the richness of the Mediterranean climate and the splendid volcanic territory.

The “Vecchie Viti Monte Gorna” Etna Rosso Riserva is the result of Cantine Nicosia's desire to create a great label, to give voice to an ancient vineyard cultivated at the foot of Monte Gorna, a small extinct volcanic cone, characterized by soils made up of volcanic sands rich in minerals. The terraced vineyards are located at over 700 meters above sea level and benefit from significant temperature excursions. The grapes of Nerello Mascalese, integrated with a small percentage of Nerello Cappuccio, are fermented in temperature-controlled steel tanks, with a maceration on the skins of about three weeks. The wine matures for two years in used barriques and completes the aging process with 12 months in the bottle before being released on the market.

The Etna Rosso Riserva “Monte Gorna” from Cantine Nicosia is an interesting label that allows one to fully appreciate the expression of the southeastern slope of the volcano. It is from wonderful vineyards that the grapes come to create an important bottle, pleasant to taste now, but not afraid to spend a few years in the cellar. The good concentration gives a glass of intense ruby red color with garnet reflections, capable of seducing the nose thanks to the aromas of small forest fruits, hints of sanguine orange citrus, balsamic and spicy notes of remarkable elegance. The evolved tannic texture and complex aromas create a rich and satisfying tasting experience, which closes with fresh and mineral notes. The volcanic and intense personality of Etna!