Vinupetra Etna Rosso DOC 2022 I Vigneri

The Vinupetra Etna Rosso DOC 2022 is a complex and structured wine, produced with Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Alicante and Francisi grapes grown at 750 meters above sea level on Etna. Aged for 12 months in wooden barrels, it offers notes of red fruits, spices and minerals. On the palate it is soft and enveloping, with fine tannins and a long and harmonious finish. Perfect with meat dishes, cured meats and mature cheeses.

Vinupetra Etna Rosso DOC 2022 I Vigneri: The Essence of the Volcano in the Glass

The Vinupetra Etna Rosso DOC 2022 is a red wine of great structure and complexity, born from the centuries-old tradition of Etna viticulture . Produced with a unique blend of Nerello Mascalese (80%), Nerello Cappuccio (10%), Alicante (5%) and Francisi (5%) grapes, this wine fully expresses the soul of the volcanic terroir. The grapes come from ancient vineyards cultivated "free of foot", on soils rich in lapilli and volcanic pumice, located in the Caselle district, in the municipality of Milo, at 750 meters above sea level.

The Vinupetra is the result of a wine project that respects and enhances the biodiversity of the Etna area, with vineyard cultivation carried out by hand and without the use of biotechnology. Each phase of winemaking follows the lunar phases, from the manual harvesting of the grapes, to the alcoholic fermentation in large wooden barrels, up to the refinement which lasts 12 months in 2,500 liter barrels. This process gives the wine great elegance and an extraordinary balance between freshness, tannins and fruity aromas.

The Vinupetra 2022 is an Etna Rosso DOC which recounts the strength and delicacy of Nerello Mascalese, enriched by the presence of Nerello Cappuccio, Alicante and Francisi, for a unique sensorial experience. Perfect for pairing with land dishes, red meats and cured meats, it represents an ideal choice for those who want to explore the richness and authenticity of Etna wines.

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  • Colour:
    • strong> Intense ruby ​​red with garnet reflections, clear and bright in the glass.
    • Aroma: Complex aromas of ripe red fruits, cherries in alcohol and spicy notes of black pepper, accompanied by delicate nuances of aromatic herbs and hints of minerals.
    • Taste: On the palate it is soft and enveloping, with fine and well integrated tannins. The freshness of the wine is balanced by a strong structure and a long, harmonious finish, with notes of dried fruit and liquorice.
    • Production area: Contrada Caselle, municipality of Milo, Etna East, at 750 meters above sea level.
    • Soil: Sandy volcanic soils rich in lapilli and pumice. The substrate is made up of stratified lava slabs and tuffs, which give the wine a marked minerality and complexity.
    • Vinification: Direct pressing of the whole grapes, fermentation with native yeasts in barrels 2,000 liter wood for 13-15 days, followed by aging for 12 months in 2,500 liter barrels and subsequent maturation in the bottle.
    • Food pairings: Ideal with land dishes such as roasts, meat-based first courses, cured meats and mature cheeses. Its structure and complexity make it perfect to accompany rich and tasty preparations.
    • Tasting experience: A wine of great elegance and depth, capable of evolving over time, giving new nuances aromatic and an extraordinary harmony. To be enjoyed slowly to appreciate its evolution and the unique characteristics of the Etna terroir.