Frank Cornelissen
Munjebel Bianco 2023
| Denomination | IGT Terre Siciliane |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Carricante, 50% Grecanico Dorato |
| Aging | In neutral fibreglass vats (1,500–4,500 litres) for approximately 16 months. |
- Blend and vintage: 2023, 50% Carricante and 50% Grecanico Dorato, 0.75 l bottle
- Volcanic origin: vineyards located on Etna at Calderara, Crasà and Picciolo, north-facing
- Vinification: gentle pressing and three days of skin maceration with indigenous yeasts
- Ageing: around sixteen months in neutral fibreglass tanks from 1,500 to 4,500 litres
- Profile and awards: elegance and mineral density; rated 95/100 by James Suckling
Description
What kind of wine is it
Munjebel Bianco is a still white wine with a pure and defined aromatic profile, an authentic expression of the Sicilian Lands. Crafted by Frank Cornelissen through a meticulous blend of Carricante and Grecanico Dorato grapes, this wine stands out for its vibrant mineral texture, the result of a brief and controlled skin contact. The elegance of its structure makes it ideal for naturally accompanying lean fish dishes or delicate cheese selections. Its typical gustatory density also beautifully enhances white meats such as veal and poultry, offering a deep and satisfying sip.
Where does it come from
The grapes destined for this wine come from the prestigious districts of Calderara, Crasà and Picciolo, located on the steep and renowned slopes of Etna. Thanks to a strategic northern exposure, the bunches benefit from a slow and gradual ripening, essential for preserving freshness and aromatic definition. The Sicilian volcanic soils impart a recognisable density and an unmistakable savoury character to the blend. The strong vocation of the territory supports the producer's vision, a pioneer in enhancing the agronomic potential of Etna with a rigorous and sustainable approach in the vineyard.
How is it produced
The production process begins with meticulous destemming and gentle pressing, designed to extract a clear and vibrant must. Fermentation starts spontaneously thanks to the exclusive use of indigenous yeasts, accompanied by a carefully measured skin maceration of about three days, which gives structure and texture to the palate. Subsequently, the wine matures for around sixteen months in neutral fibreglass tanks, a deliberate technical choice that encourages slow stabilisation without altering the original varietal expression. This rigorous attention in the cellar ensures absolute gustatory precision, confirmed by high scores from international wine critics.
History and Curiosities
Frank Cornelissen's Munjebel Bianco enhances the terroir of Calderara, Crasà and Picciolo. Made from Carricante and Grecanico Dorato grapes, it seeks refined elegance through a brief skin maceration carried out with only indigenous yeasts. The sixteen-month ageing in neutral fibreglass tanks preserves its vibrant volcanic density and absolute precision, qualities that have been awarded 95 points by James Suckling. This is a label of extraordinary expressive purity, ideal for harmoniously accompanying both seafood and meat dishes.
Awards
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2023
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 2001
- Hectares: 24
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| Name | Frank Cornelissen Munjebel Bianco 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | Terre Siciliane IGT |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Carricante, 50% Grecanico Dorato |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Frank Cornelissen |
| Story | History and Curiosities Frank Cornelissen's Munjebel Bianco enhances the terroir of Calderara, Crasà and Picciolo. Made from Carricante and Grecanico Dorato grapes, it seeks refined elegance through a brief skin maceration carried out with only indigenous yeasts. The sixteen-month ageing in neutral fibreglass tanks preserves its vibrant volcanic density and absolute precision, qualities that have been awarded 95 points by James Suckling. This is a label of extraordinary expressive purity, ideal for harmoniously accompanying both seafood and meat dishes. |
| Origin | Calderara, Crasà e Picciolo |
| Climate | Exposure: North |
| Fermentation | About 3 days |
| Production technique | Destemming and gentle crushing with soft pressing; fermentation with maceration on the skins for about 3 days using only indigenous yeasts; ageing in neutral fibreglass tanks for about 16 months. |
| Wine making | Destemming and gentle crushing with soft pressing. Fermentation with maceration on the skins for about 3 days, using only indigenous yeasts. Ageing in neutral fibreglass tanks (1,500–4,500 litres) for about 16 months. |
| Aging | In neutral fibreglass vats (1,500–4,500 litres) for approximately 16 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |