Erse Etna DOC Rosato - Tenuta di Fessina x 6

Tenuta di Fessina Erse Etna DOC Rosato

This rosé wine is born on the volcanic soils of Mount Etna, among the traditional dry-stone walls of the volcano. It is a selection tailored for those who love fresh aromas and seek the finest Sicilian wines for collection. On the palate, it immediately stands out for a vibrant saline note that recalls the minerality typical of volcanic sand. The grapes are hand-harvested to preserve maximum quality and create a unique product, perfect for those wishing to taste a high-territorial character Sicilian rosé wine. An identity that speaks of freshness and substance, captured within a linear, lean, and elegant profile.

High-Altitude Vineyards on the Northern Slope and the Volcanic Microclimate

The vine rows rest on the light, black sands of Rovittello, on Mount Etna's northern slope, at an altitude of approximately 900 meters above sea level. This specific mountain terroir is swept by alpine currents causing sharp day-and-night temperature excursions, critical for fixing primary aromas of extraordinary finesse within the clusters. Natural ventilation descending from the volcanic massif constantly dries the vine canopy, preventing the onset of moisture and vineyard diseases. This extreme ecosystem endows the reference with a vibrant, avant-garde freshness, perfect for contemporary catering seeking a taut, sharp expression.

The Vinification of the Blend on the Volcano

The oenological protocol for the Erse Rosato line strictly excludes the use of wood to preserve the primary varietal transparency of the fruit. The process involves a very gentle pressing of the grapes and a very short cold maceration in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, isolating the most noble and elegant must fractions. The nectar subsequently refines for approximately six months on its fine lees in stainless steel, completing colloidal stability and enhancing a natural chalky acidity before bottling. The Tenuta di Fessina Erse wine proves to be an energetic, snappy rosé of absolute stylistic rigor.

Organoleptic Characteristics of Erse Etna Rosato

This selection in pink expresses the quintessence of volcanic viticulture, 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% Nerello Mascalese.
• Visual Examination: Pale cerasuolo pink color with bright onion-skin reflections, embellished by brilliant crystalline nuances and good visual consistency when swirled in the glass.
• Olfactory Profile: An ample, frank, and strongly territorial bouquet, standing out with notes of pomegranate, wild raspberry, pink grapefruit, hints of white flowers, flint, and sulfur powder.
• Palate: Sharp freshness and extraordinary vertical energy for a dry, rigorous entry, with a distinct citrus acidity and marine sappiness that extend the tasting toward a persistent, dry, and elegantly clean finish.

Pairings and Service Temperature

At the table, this rosé pairs beautifully with cured meat appetizers, tomato-based fish soups, and steamed shellfish. It is also excellent with amberjack tartare or sushi. For first courses, it matches perfectly with light seafood sauces or wild vegetables, alongside fresh cheeses and delicate goat cheeses. We recommend serving it at a service temperature of 10 - 12°C in large glasses, allowing the aromas to open up at their best without excessive cold concealing them.

The Production Philosophy of Tenuta di Fessina

The Tenuta di Fessina wine project focuses on enhancing Etnean biodiversity, combining local agricultural archaeology with maximum oenological precision. Silvia Maestrelli outlined a tailored production style centered on the agronomic respect of historic terraces and the protection of traditional alberello cultivation. This philosophy of Tenuta di Fessina privileges extractive fineness over power, translating the volcano's mineral strength into lean, long-lived chalices endowed with an internationally recognized formal elegance.