2022 Tascante Ghiaia Nera Etna Rosso [JS95]

Producer: Tascante Region: Etna, Sicily, Italy Varietal: Nerello Mascalese Year: 2022 James Suckling, 95 Points  "Sweet berry and orange peel with peach undertones as well as lemon blossom. Medium body, with crunchy fruit and a fresh and lightly chewy finish. Delicious wine now, showing volcanic character with ashy and smoky undertones. Drink or hold."  Winemaker Notes:  "Ghiaia Nera is Tenuta Tascante's demonstration of the possibilities for Nerello Mascalese from young vineyards. It shows similar qualities to the old-vine Il Tascante, but with softer tannins and a distinctive freshness. This is enhanced by a lighter touch with oak aging. The name means "black gravel," which describes the volcanic soil of the vineyard."  Alcohol: 13%  *Price and availability in store may vary. Vintage date may differ from pictured.