Benanti Etna Rosso 2022

The Land The Benanti Etna Rosso 2022 is a blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio, sourced from Benanti's vineyards on the northern, southeastern, and southwestern slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. These vineyards, with vines ranging from 10 to 60 years old, are located on volcanic soils, rich in minerals, and are carefully cultivated with a focus on sustainability. The different exposures offer a unique complexity and a clear "sense of place" to the wines. The Wine This wine offers an approachable view into the wines of Etna. The 2022 bottling is a pale ruby color, with an ethereal and intense nose displaying red fruit notes. The palate is balanced, dry, and medium-bodied, with a noticeable minerality, pleasant acidity, and saline notes. A mix of stainless steel and used French oak barriques are used for elevage, with 80% of the wine remaining in stainless steel. It is a wine that seeks to show the elegance and structure of Etna with a focus on purity, and is designed to be an