Nicosia Etna Rosso Vulkà 2021

Nicosia Etna Rosso Vulkà 2021

Nicosia, 0,75 l - 13.00%
80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio

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Sicily - Italy
Red green still

How to serve

Serve at:

16 - 18°C.

Decanting time:

1 Hour

Longevity:

05 - 10 years

Glass:
Full Bodied and Very Aged Red Wines
Nicosia Etna Rosso Vulkà 2021
Vulkà Etna Rosso, a blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes, is an authentic expression of the terroir of Etna, but characterized by a unique combination of elegance and drinkability. The volcanic origin and the vineyards' altitude give this wine a remarkable minerality and a great character.

Colour

Lively ruby ​​red.

Bouquet

A rich aromatic profile with floral hints and notes of red berries and spices.

Flavour

Great minerality and balance, with smooth round tannins giving a well-structured red wine with a long fruity finish.

Pairing

Ideal with tasty pasta dishes, roasted meats and half-aged cheeses, but it is also a good partner for flavourful seafood dishes.

Pasta
Meat
Cheese
Pork
White fish

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Features

Name Nicosia Etna Rosso Vulkà 2021
Type Red green still
Classification DOC Etna Rosso
Year 2021
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 13.00% by volume
Grape varieties 80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio
Country
Region Sicily
Origin Trecastagni (Catania).
Climate Altitude: 650-750 m. a.s.l., with good changes in temperature between day and night.
Soil composition Volcanic, very rich in minerals.
Cultivation system Espalier and spurred cordon.
Harvest By hand, with crates in the mid-end of October.
Fermentation temperature 22-24 °C
Fermentation period About 10-15 days.
Vinification Grapes are cold-macerated for 24 hours. The fermentation lasts for about 10-15 days at a controlled temperature of 22-24°C.
Ageing Mainly in stainless steel vats, followed by short ageing in tonneaux and 5-6 months in the bottle.
Allergens Contains sulphites
Pairing Ideal with tasty pasta dishes, roasted meats and half-aged cheeses, but it is also a good partner for flavourful seafood dishes.
On offer Price Nicosia Etna Rosso Vulkà 2021 € 13.32  ex VAT

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xtraWine
91/100 
2021
Bibenda
 
4 bunches of grapes - A high quality wine with distinctive character 2020
Gambero Rosso
 
3 red glasses - Absolutely superb. Only 305 out of 18000. 2020
James Suckling
93/100 
2020
Robert Parker
88/100 
2020
Slowine
 
Slow Wine - An excellent wine that tells the story of a region 2020
Decanter
86/100 
2019
Gambero Rosso
 
3 red glasses - Absolutely superb. Only 305 out of 18000. 2019
James Suckling
92/100 
2019
Robert Parker
89/100 
2019
James Suckling
93/100 
2018
Veronelli
 
3 red stars - An excellent wine 2018
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It was back in 1898 when Francesco Nicosia, the current owner's great-grandfather, decided to open the first wine shop in Trecastagni on the eastern slope of Mount Etna. These were golden times for Etna wine, which even then was known and appreciated...

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