Grape varieties
100% Carricante
Allergens
Contains sulfites
Notes
White stone fruit, dried apples and a slight exoticism in the nose; the typical minerality can be perceived in the nose. Combined with a fresh acidity on the palate, this bianco is long and broad on the finish and has a slight saltiness in the finish.
Vinification
The grapes come from the 2.5 ha plot in Arcuria, on the north side of Etna at 600 m.a.s.l., The harvest takes place at the end of October. Vinification and ageing are carried out in cement tanks and oak barrels. The ageing lasts 12 months. Annual production: 16'000 bottles
Producer
GRACI
The Graci winery is located in Passopisciaro on the northern flank of the Etna river. The vines are located in the district of Arcuria at an altitude of a good 600 metres above sea level. Here the native white varieties Carricante (1.5 ha) and Cataratto (1 ha) as well as Nerello Mascalese (15 ha) thrive among the reds. The volcanic soil and the high altitude contribute to the fact that wines of incredible elegance can be produced here.
The Graci winery is located in Passopisciaro on the northern flank of the Etna river. The vines are located in the district of Arcuria at an altitude of a good 600 metres above sea level. Here the native white varieties Carricante (1.5 ha) and Cataratto (1 ha) as well as Nerello Mascalese (15 ha) thrive among the reds. The volcanic soil and the high altitude contribute to the fact that wines of incredible elegance can be produced here.