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2023 Ayunta Nerello Mascalese Bianco, Etna, Italy
$23.99
A very unusual still white from Nerello Mascalese – to honor the local tradition of making whites as a base for metodo classico wines. The vines are 50-100 year-old on Etna’s volcanic soils. Soft pressing using only the weight of the grapes, followed by spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel and aged in cement tank for 7 months.
Specs
- Country Italy
- Region Sicily
- Appellation Etna
- Style White Wine
- Producer Ayunta
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Nerello Mascalese
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Meaty Fish, Pizza Night, White Sauce, Fried Food, Aperitif, Root Veggies, Crunchy Greens
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Zippy, Bright and Fresh
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