WINE DESCRIPTION
Benanti Contrada Cavaliere Etna Rosso is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Benanti winery in the Etna appellation of Sicily, Italy. The wine is made from grapes grown in the Cavaliere vineyard, which is located on the slopes of Mount Etna and benefits from the unique volcanic soil and microclimate of the region. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with a rich bouquet of red fruits, spices, and earthy notes. The wine is known for its balanced acidity, firm tannins, and long finish, making it a perfect pairing for hearty meat dishes and aged cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Benanti Contrada Cavaliere Etna Rosso is a complex and captivating wine.On the nose, it offers aromas of ripe red fruit, spices, and notes of smoky oak. On the palate, it is full-bodied and velvety, with a balanced acidity and a long and persistent finish. This is a harmonious and elegant wine with a good aging potential.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Nerello Mascalese
ORIGINS
Winery: Benanti
Region: Sicily
Sicily is an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, just off the "toe" of the Italian peninsula. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean and is home to a rich and diverse terroir and wine culture.
Sicily has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the 8th century BC. The island has been home to many different cultures over the centuries, including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Normans, all of whom have left their mark on the island's wine culture. Today, Sicily is one of Italy's most important wine regions, producing a wide range of styles from both indigenous and international grape varieties.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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