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Benanti 2021 Contrada Dafara Galluzzo Etna Rosso | Sicilian Volcanic Red
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$64.99
| Benanti Winery, founded in 1988 by Giuseppe Benanti in Viagrande, Sicily, is a pioneer in Etna viticulture. The family produces wines from indigenous grapes like Nerello Mascalese and Carricante, cultivated across all four Etna slopes. Their commitment to quality and tradition has earned global acclaim. Key Wine Details: • Varietals: Nerello Mascalese • Region: Sicily • Appellation: Etna DOC Rosso • Aging: 12 months in French oak, then in stainless steel tanks. 10 months in the bottle • Alcohol: 14.5% abv • Eco-Practices: Sustainable • 94 Points Wine Enthusiast The Benanti 2021 Contrada Dafara Galluzzo Etna Rosso | Sicilian Volcanic Redoffers a refined expression of Nerello Mascalese grown on Etna's southern slopes. On the nose, it reveals delicate aromas of wild cherry, rose petal, crushed herbs, and volcanic ash. The palate is focused and elegant, with fine-grained tannins, vibrant acidity, and notes of red currant, blood orange, and dried thyme. The minerality is pronounced, lending a stony, almost saline edge to the long, graceful finish. This is a precise and terroir-driven wine with aging potential. |
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