CARRANCO
Etna Bianco
2018
- Organic Agriculture / In Conversion
$49.75
About this winery
Carranco is the product of two completely different wineries, but both capable of producing great wines, pure expression of the land of origin. Borgogno, the oldest winery in Barolo, is still one of the most important and historic producers in the Langhe and of Barolo, while Tornatore, originally from Castiglione di Sicilia, is one of the few remaining native producers on Etna. In 2018, the desire to join forces, to tell the story and promote the characteristics of a still wild and unspoiled...
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Product notes
The Carranco estate sits at an altitude of 500 metres above sea level in the Contrada of the same name, in the village of Pietra Marina, which is part of the municipality of Castiglione di Sicilia, located on the north side of Etna and considered to be one of the most suitable slopes for wine production. The vineyards, which are about 50 – 60 years old, and sustainable agricultural techniques that fully respect tradition and the environment, give life to grapes of the most oustanding quality. Moreover, part of the vineyards is still cultivated according to the most historic form of vine training: bush training.
Production notes
Fermentation occurs in steel or cement tanks at a controlled temperature of 15-16°C (59-61°F). Subsequently, the wines age in cement for 6-7 months on thin lees.
Tasting notes
A straw yellow color with green glares; the bouquet is complex, with fruity hints of green apple and grapefruit as well as white peach. These aromas are accompanied by herbaceous and floral notes, such as hawthorn. The palate is intense and warm. The acidity, the sapidity, and the significant mineral notes donate freshness and power to a wine suited for long aging in bottle.