Etna Rosato "Alnus" Bottiglia Nera D.O.C.

I Custodi's Etna Rosato Alnus is made from a blend of 80% Nerello Mascalese and 20% Nerello Cappuccio. The vineyards are located in Contrada Muganazzi, on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, within the municipality of Castiglione di Sicilia.

The vines are traditionally trained as alberello (bush form) with 7,000 plants per hectare. The vineyards are at an altitude of 650 meters with a northern exposure. The soil is sandy and volcanic, very rich in minerals and has a slightly acidic reaction. The climate is typical of high altitude areas, with significant temperature differences between day and night.

The grapes ripen and are harvested by hand in early October. They are then selected and brought to the winery in shallow crates, where the whole bunches are gently pressed. We use the old local technique called "pista e mutta" and separate the juice from the skins after a very short maceration. Fermentation takes place at a temperature of 16-18°C (60-64°F). After aging for about 4 months in stainless steel vats, a refinement of at least 2 months in bottle follows.

3,128 bottles of this wine were produced. The wine has a medium-pink color and a floral aroma with fresh notes of strawberry and raspberry. The taste is dry, harmonious and spicy, with pleasant acidity.

Serving temperature: 10-12°C.