Tenute Nicosia Contrada Monte Gorna Etna Bianco Riserva 2018

This Etna Bianco DOC is produced from a vineyard on the slopes of Monte Gorna, one of the extinguished craters surrounding the small town of Trecastagni. On this side of Mount Etna (South-East), the Carricante was selected many centuries ago and became the main grape variety for local white wines. The low yields in the vineyard, the hand-picking and the careful selection of the grapes make it a very elegant white wine. The volcanic terroir gives it the typical mineral character. The ageing for 4 years, with a passage of 12 months in barriques, makes the flavour profile of this wine very complex.///
Colour: brilliant golden yellow. //
Nose: complex and elegant, with scents of chamomile, broom flowers, pear, quince, vanilla cream and honeyed hints/ //
Palate: smooth, elegant and harmonious taste supported by a great minerality and excellent acidity, which makes it possible to expect a remarkable longevity/ //
Food Pairings: excellent with shellfish and flavorful seafood dishes, it is also a valid partner for roast game and bloomy rind cheeses.