italian wine White wine wine

Palmento Costanzo, Contrada Santo Spirito Etna Bianco 2021

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Tasted by
Cristina Mercuri

One of the most hallowed contrade for Nerello Mascalese, from one of the most influential producers of the region. Its mountain climate is humid and rainy in winter, with good air circulation and a significant temperature range during summer. Fermentation takes place in inert vessels with a specific indigenous yeast selected in the vineyard by the winery after long studies on the subject. This teases out a savoury overtone while maintaining a clean, pure palate. The wine matures in French oak for 12 months providing a high mid-palate weight and tar-like complexity. A well-defined wine that is still showing youth and brightness, with firm, fine-grained tannins demonstrating its huge ageing potential.

Drinking Window
2023 - 2033
Colour
White
Wine Style
Still
Alcohol
13.5%
Country
Italy
Region
Sicily
Sub-region
Etna DOC
Bottle size
75cl
Grape Varieties
Carricante