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2019 Ayunta 'Calderara Sottana' Etna Rosso, Sicily, Italy
$49.99
Organic. Field blend of 90% Nerello Mascalese, 10% of Nerello Cappuccio, Alicante, Grenache, Minella Nera, Francisa and others from the two best vineyards, Contradas Calderara and Feudo. Volcanic soils. Altitude- 650 m on average. Sourced from the northern slopes of Etna around the town of Randazzo. Open top fermentation with ambient yeast and macerated for 18 days. The wine is then aged for 24-36 months in large chestnut barrels. 400 cs produced.
Specs
- Country Italy
- Region Sicily
- Appellation Etna
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Ayunta
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Nerello Mascalese
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Pizza Night, Red Sauce, Gamey Meats, Steak!
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Red Fruit, Big Power, Island Wine, Dressed to Impress, Has Age
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