A' Puddara Etna DOC Bianco 2024 - Tenuta di Fessina x 6

Tenuta di Fessina A' Puddara Etna DOC Bianco

This white wine is born on the volcanic soils of Mount Etna, among the traditional dry-stone walls of the eastern slope. It is a selection tailored for those who love fresh aromas and seek the finest Sicilian white wines for collection. On the palate, it immediately expresses a vibrant saline note combined with hints of fine spices and ripe fruit. The Carricante grapes are hand-harvested to preserve maximum quality and create a premium, high-character white wine. Its identity combines freshness and consistency within a lean and elegant body.

High-Altitude Vineyards and the Volcanic Microclimate of Milo

The vine rows of this specific Cru are rooted in the territory of Milo, on the eastern slope of the volcano, where the black, sandy soils are enriched by layers of pumice, basalt, and volcanic ash. Grown at altitudes approaching 900 meters, the vines benefit from direct exposure to the Ionian Sea, experiencing sharp day-and-night temperature excursions that lock crisp acidity into the berries. Constant maritime ventilation naturally dries the clusters, protecting the old century-old alberello vines from moisture. This extreme microclimate grants the reference a sharp mineral imprint, placing it at the pinnacle of island winemaking.

Vinification and Precision in the Use of Large Oak Casks

The cellar protocol aims to enhance the longevity of Carricante through a rigorous and non-invasive aging process. Fermentation takes place entirely in large 37-hectoliter French oak casks, a technical choice intended to favor a constant micro-oxygenation without marking the wine with sweet oak aromas. The nectar then matures for approximately nine months in contact with its noble lees, developing complexity and softening the original acidic drive. The process is completed by an extended aging period in the bottle before release, ensuring a perfect sensory balance. For your fine dining occasions, Tenuta di Fessina A' Puddara wine offers a taut, deep, and structured sip.

Organoleptic Characteristics of A' Puddara Etna Bianco

This pure Carricante expresses the quintessence of the volcanic terroir in the glass, elevating varietal traits to a superior level of clarity through a clean sensory profile of unquestionable quality consistency.

• Alcohol Content and Blend: 12.50% Vol. / 100% Carricante.
• Visual Examination: Bright straw yellow appearance, embellished by brilliant golden reflections and a conspicuous visual distinction when swirled in the glass.
• Olfactory Profile: An ample and strongly territorial bouquet, standing out with notes of flint, hydrocarbon, citron, grapefruit, spontaneous aromatic herbs, and broom.
• Palate: Dense chalky framework and a dry entry, with an acidic and saline freshness that extends the tasting toward a persistent, clean finish of excellent drinkability.

Pairings and Service Temperature

At the table, this flavorful white pairs beautifully with important fish dishes, grilled shellfish, seafood risottos, and flavorful hard cheeses. It is recommended to serve the bottle at a service temperature of 10 - 12°C in large glasses, allowing the complex aromas of the bouquet to open up at their best, enhancing the extraordinary aromatic evolution that the transition in large casks preserves.

The Production Philosophy of Tenuta di Fessina

The winery's vision focuses on enhancing the historic vineyards of Mount Etna, interpreting each plot as a unique fragment of viticultural archaeology. Agronomic management protects the architecture of the dry-stone walls and the purity of the alberello cultivation, translating the volcano's energy into liquids of extreme elegance. This production philosophy of Tenuta di Fessina combines oenological rigor with respect for local traditions, offering an authentic, signature experience focused on the excellence of volcanic wines.

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