Planeta
Etna Rosso Contrada Feudo di Mezzo 2024
| Denomination | DOC Etna Rosso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Aging | Matured for 6–8 months in wooden vats (50 hl) and stainless steel. |
- Origin: Castiglione di Sicilia, Feudo di Mezzo on volcanic sands at 610 metres altitude
- Grape varieties: 88% Nerello Mascalese, 12% Nerello Cappuccio; organic certification Etna DOC
- Aromas: morello cherry, wild strawberry, wild rose; oriental spices and mineral notes
- Palate: fleshy and smooth structure, freshness; pronounced savouriness and typical ferrous note
- Ageing and serving: 6–8 months in wood and steel; 13.5% vol; decant for one hour
Description
What kind of wine it is
Etna Rosso Contrada Feudo di Mezzo is an organic Sicilian red wine by Planeta. Made from a blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio, it expresses the authentic volcanic character of the region. On the nose, it reveals lively fruity notes of black cherry and wild strawberry, intertwined with hints of wild rose and oriental spices. On the palate, it is fleshy and smooth, offering a soft texture and great freshness which, combined with deep savouriness and the typical ferrous note, make it ideal for enhancing traditional Sicilian dishes, roasts, cheeses and cured meats.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the vineyards of Castiglione di Sicilia, situated at 610 metres above sea level. The roots delve into black volcanic sands, rich in minerals and surrounded by dense woods and more recent lava flows. This unique soil gives the wine a distinct territorial identity. The vineyard management follows the principles of organic farming, using wild flora to nourish the land. The optimal exposure and constant respect for the ecosystem allow the harvest of grapes that faithfully reflect the volcanic territory.
How it is produced
The process begins with manual harvesting and refrigeration of the grapes. After destemming and crushing, fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in wooden barrels and steel tanks, with gentle pumping over and manual punching down. Maceration on the skins encourages precise extraction of aromatic components. This is followed by racking with a vertical press and ageing in wooden barrels and steel, which smooths the tannic structure. This maturation ensures perfect structural balance, preserving the natural vibrancy of the fruit.
History and Curiosities
Born in the heart of Castiglione di Sicilia, this wine expresses the volcanic essence of the region thanks to roots that delve into the black volcanic sands at an altitude of 610 metres. Produced since 2012 with Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes carefully selected by hand, it matures in perfect balance between wooden vats and steel to preserve the unbroken connection with the terroir. The entire process follows a strict organic protocol, resulting in an Etna DOC that combines the profound mineral richness of the soil with a genuine commitment to sustainability.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1995
- Oenologist: Alessio Planeta
- Bottles produced: 2.500.000
- Hectares: 371
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| Name | Planeta Etna Rosso Contrada Feudo di Mezzo 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Etna DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Planeta |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in the heart of Castiglione di Sicilia, this wine expresses the volcanic essence of the region thanks to roots that delve into the black volcanic sands at an altitude of 610 metres. Produced since 2012 with Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes carefully selected by hand, it matures in perfect balance between wooden vats and steel to preserve the unbroken connection with the terroir. The entire process follows a strict organic protocol, resulting in an Etna DOC that combines the profound mineral richness of the soil with a genuine commitment to sustainability. |
| Origin | Castiglione di Sicilia (CT), Etna |
| Climate | Altitude: 510 m a.s.l. |
| Soil composition | The soils have perfect exposure and position, black due to the volcanic sands, and for this reason are extraordinarily rich in minerals; surrounding them are woods and more recent lava flows. |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 5,050 vines per hectare |
| Yield per hectare | 70 quintals per hectare |
| Harvest | 15–25 October |
| Fermentation temperature | Up to 23–24 °C |
| Production technique | Pigiadiraspatura; fermentazione in tini di legno e vasche di acciaio inox con rimontaggi e follature manuali; macerazione sulle bucce; svinatura con pressa verticale |
| Wine making | The grapes, harvested in crates, are immediately chilled to 10°C if necessary and then hand-selected. After crushing and destemming, they ferment at 23–24°C in wooden vats and steel tanks; maceration on the skins lasts for 14–18 days (Nerello Mascalese 16–18 days, Nerello Cappuccio for a shorter period) with manual pumping over and punching down. Racking is carried out with the aid of a vertical press; maturation takes place for 6–8 months in wooden vats and steel tanks. |
| Aging | Matured for 6–8 months in wooden vats (50 hl) and stainless steel. |
| Total acidity | 5.8 gr/L |
| PH | 3.55 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |