Frank Cornelissen
Munjebel Rosso MC Monte Colla 2021
| Denomination | IGT Terre Siciliane |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Aging | In neutral fibreglass vats (1,500–2,500 L) for 18 months, followed by a further 18 months in bottle. |
- Grape variety and vintage: 100% Nerello Mascalese, 2021; still organic red wine, 15% vol
- Terroir: Northern Etna, Castiglione di Sicilia, 750-780m, clay-sandy soil
- Vinification: gentle pressing, indigenous yeasts and 50 days maceration on the skins
- Ageing: 18 months in neutral fibreglass containers followed by 18 months in bottle
- Pairings: ideal with red meats, pork and mature cheeses. Decant for one hour
Description
What kind of wine it is
Munjebel Rosso MC Monte Colla is an organic red wine that embodies Frank Cornelissen's philosophy, based on observation and minimal intervention in the cellar. Made from Nerello Mascalese grapes, this wine from the Sicilian lands expresses a structured, rich and powerful profile. On the palate, its intensity is balanced by refined elegance and a distinct volcanic character. It is recommended to allow adequate aeration before serving to enhance its pairing with flavourful dishes based on red meats, pork and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the northern slope of Mount Etna, specifically from Castiglione di Sicilia. This wine is born from old vines planted in the mid-twentieth century, situated on steep terraces facing south-southwest, between 750 and 780 metres above sea level. The soils, composed mainly of sandy clay, define the deep identity of this territory. The specific geographical position, characterised by ideal exposure to sun and winds, promotes environmentally friendly viticulture, giving the glass the authentic volcanic character typical of the area.
How it is produced
The vinification process involves destemming and gentle crushing of the bunches. Fermentation occurs spontaneously thanks to the use of a pied-de-cuve of indigenous yeasts, followed by a long maceration on the skins for about fifty days. This extraction technique allows for a solid and profound structure. Ageing continues in neutral fibreglass vats for eighteen months, a choice dictated by the desire to preserve the purity of the fruit and the essence of the territory without the addition of tertiary aromas. A further eighteen months of bottle ageing allows the wine to achieve a perfect balance between power and expressive precision.
History and Curiosities
The Munjebel Rosso MC Monte Colla reflects Frank Cornelissen's uncompromising approach. This exceptional cru originates from old vineyards dating back to 1946 located on the steep sandy clay terraces in Castiglione di Sicilia. Celebrated as the true “Hermitage” of Etna, the wine enhances the power of pure Nerello Mascalese, balancing it with extraordinary grace. Minimal intervention viticulture preserves the profound volcanic essence of the territory, offering an elegant sip that fully respects natural cycles.
Tasting notes
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2001
- Hectares: 24
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| Name | Frank Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso MC Monte Colla 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Terre Siciliane IGT |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Frank Cornelissen |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Munjebel Rosso MC Monte Colla reflects Frank Cornelissen's uncompromising approach. This exceptional cru originates from old vineyards dating back to 1946 located on the steep sandy clay terraces in Castiglione di Sicilia. Celebrated as the true "Hermitage" of Etna, the wine enhances the power of pure Nerello Mascalese, balancing it with extraordinary grace. Minimal intervention viticulture preserves the profound volcanic essence of the territory, offering an elegant sip that fully respects natural cycles. |
| Origin | Castiglione di Sicilia |
| Soil composition | Sandy clay |
| Fermentation | Approximately 50 days |
| Production technique | Destemming and light crushing; fermentation with indigenous yeasts (pied de cuve) with maceration/skin contact for approximately 50 days; ageing in neutral fibreglass tanks and subsequent bottle ageing |
| Wine making | Destemming and gentle crushing of the grapes. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts (starting with a pied-de-cuve) and skin contact for about 50 days. Ageing in neutral fibreglass tanks for 18 months, followed by a further 18 months in bottle. |
| Aging | In neutral fibreglass vats (1,500–2,500 L) for 18 months, followed by a further 18 months in bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |