Tenuta di Fessina
Etna Rosso Erse Contrada Moscamento 1911 2023
| Denomination | DOC Etna Rosso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Aging | 24 months in tonneaux and 35 hl large French oak barrels, followed by 12 months in bottle |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Etna Rosso Erse Moscamento by Tenuta di Fessina is a pure expression of volcanic authenticity. Made from Nerello Mascalese grapes, it faithfully reflects the identity of the Etna region. On the palate, it reveals an elegant structure, characterised by silky tannins and a pronounced vertical acidity. The aromatic profile weaves together notes of violet, red fruits and pink pepper with delicate hints of graphite. The vibrant mineral vein finishes with a fresh saline length, making it the ideal companion for braised meats, game and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The vineyards are located in Rovittello, on the northern slope of Etna, at an altitude of seven hundred metres. Here, the roots of over ninety-year-old vines sink into sandy, volcanic soils, rich in basalt, pumice, iron and manganese. This complex geological matrix, the result of ancient eruptions, gives the wine tension and an unmistakable volcanic profile. The unique microclimate encourages balanced ripening, capable of imparting a clear territorial imprint and a pronounced savouriness to the glass.
How it is produced
Production begins in October with a rigorous manual harvest. After gentle pressing, fermentation takes place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, with maceration on the skins for about a week to extract aromas and colour. Ageing continues for two years in tonneaux and French oak barrels, followed by a further twelve months of rest. To fully appreciate its complexity, it is recommended to decant for one hour and serve at a temperature between sixteen and eighteen degrees.
History and Curiosities
The Etna Rosso ‘Erse Moscamento 1911’ from Tenuta di Fessina is a true tribute to the richness of the volcano, born from vines over 90 years old cultivated in Rovittello. This captivating wine originates from deep sandy and volcanic soils shaped by the 1911 eruption, which impart a pronounced mineral elegance to the palate. The 2023 vintage, awarded 92 points by James Suckling, transforms a single lava flow into an evocative tale of the land. Each glass celebrates the profound fertility of Sicily, offering a unique and prestigious tasting experience.
Awards
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2023
92/100
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.
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2023
89/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 2007
- Oenologist: Alessandro Benedetto, Jacopo Maniaci
- Bottles produced: 80.000
- Hectares: 15
The project took shape in 2007 when the Tuscan producer Silvia and her husband Roberto purchased an old Nerello Mascalese vineyard dating back to the last century. Read more
| Name | Tenuta di Fessina Etna Rosso Erse Contrada Moscamento Eruzione 1911 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Etna DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Tenuta di Fessina |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Etna Rosso ‘Erse Moscamento 1911’ from Tenuta di Fessina is a true tribute to the richness of the volcano, born from vines over 90 years old cultivated in Rovittello. This captivating wine originates from deep sandy and volcanic soils shaped by the 1911 eruption, which impart a pronounced mineral elegance to the palate. The 2023 vintage, awarded 92 points by James Suckling, transforms a single lava flow into an evocative tale of the land. Each glass celebrates the profound fertility of Sicily, offering a unique and prestigious tasting experience. |
| Origin | Rovittello, northern slope of Mount Etna |
| Soil composition | Il suolo è fine e profondo, composto prevalentemente da pomici, fini argille destrutturate e ciprie antiche. |
| Yield per hectare | 5000 kg |
| Harvest | October |
| Fermentation temperature | 23–26 °C |
| Fermentation | 6–9 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvest with selection; destemming and soft pressing; fermentation and maceration on the skins for 6-9 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; ageing for 24 months in French oak tonneaux and large barrels, then 12 months in bottle |
| Wine making | Destemming and gentle pressing after careful selection of the grapes in the vineyard and on the sorting belt; fermentation and maceration on the skins for 6–9 days at a controlled temperature (23–26 °C) in stainless steel tanks to extract colour and aromas. |
| Aging | 24 months in tonneaux and 35 hl large French oak barrels, followed by 12 months in bottle |
| Year production | 80000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |