Erse Etna DOC Rosso 2024 - Tenuta di Fessina x 6

The Authentic Character and Freshness of Vintage Volcanic Red Wine

The fascinating scenario of Sicilian volcanic viticulture expresses one of its clearest and most emblematic versions in the production of this splendid red selection conceived among the volcano's dry-stone walls. This bottle captures the attention of the most attentive consumers, lovers of fruity freshness and exceptional drinkability during convivial banquets. This territorial blend shows a slender aromatic profile, manifesting a distinct saline imprint that evokes the complex minerality of volcanic sands. Through a manual harvest of the finest clusters, the winery translates the ancient agricultural heritage of the districts into a vibrant nectar, ideal for those seeking red wines of Sicily to cellar. Its essence combines a distinct freshness with a juicy consistency that fills the palate in a symmetrical and elegant way.

High-Altitude Vineyards and the Volcanic Microclimate of Castiglione di Sicilia

The source vineyards are situated on the northern slope of Mount Etna, rooted in the dark and deep sands of Rovittello. The vines plunge their roots into a porous soil generated by the millenary decomposition of lava flows, exceptionally rich in rare minerals, potassium, and basalt. In this specific sub-zone, the sharp day-and-night temperature excursions favor a slow and gradual ripening of the grapes, preserving their freshness and crisp acidity. Continuous ventilation coming down from the mountain protects the clusters from moisture, allowing healthy fruits with an elegant and vertical aromatic profile to be brought into the cellar, a true benchmark for volcanic wine enthusiasts.

The Agronomic Management of Terraces and Nerello Mascalese Fermentation

Cellar operations for the Erse line are geared toward enhancing the primary fruit component and the fluidity of the sip, strictly excluding the use of wood. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, with a skin maceration calibrated to extract silky tannins and a transparent ruby hue. This traditional blend reflects the ancient Etnean custom of co-vinifying different local varieties, combining 90% Nerello Mascalese with 8% Nerello Cappuccio, and a 2% balance of Minnella and Carricante. The wine then refines for several months in concrete and stainless steel tanks, achieving a natural expressive stability. The Tenuta di Fessina Erse wine offers an extraordinary combination of snappy drinkability and chalky sappiness, establishing itself as a monumental red wine.

Organoleptic Characteristics of Erse Etna Rosso

This historic blend expresses the most agile and elegant declination of the volcanic territory in the glass, offering a clean, mineral sensory profile with unquestionable varietal adherence.

• Alcohol Content and Blend: 13.50% Vol. / 90% Nerello Mascalese, 8% Nerello Cappuccio, 2% Minnella and Carricante.
• Visual Examination: Pale and transparent ruby red appearance with bright purple reflections, characterized by beautiful brilliance and good fluidity when swirled in the glass.
• Olfactory Profile: An ample, frank, and strongly territorial bouquet, standing out with notes of wild cherry, crisp marasca cherry, blackcurrant, hints of red flowers, flint, and sulfur powder.
• Palate: Sharp freshness and a dry entry, with a distinct citrus acidity and a marine, saline sappiness that extend the tasting toward a long, pleasant, and perfectly balanced finish, with dense and well-integrated tannins.

Pairings and Service Temperature

At the table, this savory red pairs beautifully with substantial meat dishes, seared bluefin tuna, structured first courses dressed with meat ragù, flavorful white meats, and elegant avant-garde preparations. It is recommended to serve the bottle at a service temperature of 16 - 18°C in large glasses, allowing the complex aromas of the bouquet to open up at their best, enhancing the extraordinary aromatic evolution that stainless steel and concrete aging preserves.

The Production Philosophy of Tenuta di Fessina

The winery's production approach aims to safeguard the historical memory of Etnean agriculture through tailored, parcel-specific vinifications. Silvia Maestrelli successfully interpreted the severity of the volcanic territory, translating it into liquids of extreme grace and fineness, where technical intervention accompanies the wine without ever overpowering it. This philosophy of Tenuta di Fessina protects the old alberello vines and the soil's biodiversity, guaranteeing international consumers an authentic, long-lived chalice of absolute stylistic rigor.

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