Vinudilice Etna Rosato DOC 2023 I Vigneri

The Vinudilice Etna Rosato DOC 2023 is a unique rosé produced at 1,200 meters above sea level on the north-west side of Etna. Made with a blend of Grenache, Minnella Nera, Grecanico and other varieties, it embodies the essence of the over one hundred year old VignaBosco vineyard. Fresh and tasty, with aromas of red fruits and citrus fruits, it is ideal with white meats and fish dishes. Aged for 5 months in steel, it is perfect to be enjoyed young

Vinudilice Etna Rosato DOC 2023 I Vigneri: A Unique Rosé in the Heart of the Ilex Forest

The Vinudilice Etna Rosato DOC 2023 is a rosé wine that embodies the wild and authentic soul of Etna. Produced with grapes from the VignaBosco vineyard, located in the Nave district, in the municipality of Bronte, at 1,200 meters above sea level, it is the highest rosé in Italy. This century-old vineyard, immersed in an uncontaminated environment rich in biodiversity, is cultivated with the ancient technique of the Etna sapling, with chestnut stakes from Etna. Production takes place without the use of biotechnology, respecting the lunar phases and enhancing the unique natural context in which it grows.

The name "Vinudilice" derives from the extensive holm oak forest surrounding the vineyard, where various varieties of white and red grapes have coexisted for over a hundred years. The wine, obtained from a blend of Grenache, Minnella Nera, Grecanico and other varieties, comes from the joint harvesting and vinification of all the grapes present in the parcel. This gives Vinudilice an extremely complex and fascinating aromatic and gustatory profile.

Each bottle of Vinudilice tells the story of an extreme territory, where viticulture is carried out entirely by hand and with the aid of mules, on sandy and skeletal volcanic soils. Vinified with direct pressing of the whole grapes and aged for 5 months in steel, Vinudilice 2023 presents itself as a rosé with great freshness and liveliness, ideal for those who want to discover the unique nuances of Etna.

• Colour: Bright and brilliant cherry pink, with lively reflections reminiscent of peach blossoms.
• Aroma: Complex and intense aromas of wild berries reds, citrus fruits, wild flowers and light herbaceous notes, accompanied by a delicate hint of minerals.
• Taste: On the palate it is fresh and savory, with a marked acidity that balances the softness of the fruit. The finish is long and harmonious, with a pleasant note of almond and hints of sweet spices.
• Production area: Contrada Nave, municipality of Bronte, North-West Etna, in 1,200 meters above sea level.
• Soil: Volcanic soils rich in skeleton, characterized by a lava substrate with outcrops of lava and pyroclastites, which give the wine an intense minerality and freshness.
• Winemaking: Direct pressing of whole grapes, alcoholic fermentation for 16 days with native yeasts in steel tanks and aging for 5 months in steel. Filtration occurs only during bottling and clarification is obtained through natural decantation.
• Food pairings: Ideal with white meats, fresh cheeses, first courses based on fish and shellfish . Its freshness and flavor also pair perfectly with vegetable dishes and summer salads.
• Tasting experience: A wine that surprises for its aromatic complexity and freshness. Perfect to be enjoyed young, but capable of evolving over time, revealing new nuances and depths. Vinudilice is a one-of-a-kind rosé, suitable for those seeking the authenticity and purity of the Etna terroir.