Benanti, Etna Rosso, 2022

Benanti is a benchmark producer on Mount Etna, crafting wines that capture the region’s rugged volcanic terroir and high-altitude elegance. Their Etna Rosso, made primarily from old-vine Nerello Mascalese, is sourced from multiple contrade on the northern and southern slopes of the volcano. The 2022 vintage, shaped by Etna’s dramatic diurnal shifts, delivers a wine that is both fresh and deeply complex. Wild strawberry, red cherry, and blood orange lead, layered with dried herbs, white pepper, and a whisper of volcanic ash. The palate is refined and energetic, with fine-grained tannins and a long, mineral-driven finish. Best enjoyed with grilled meats, mushroom risottos, or Sicilian-inspired dishes, this is a true taste of Etna—elegant, expressive, and endlessly drinkable.