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From the most suitable area of the estate, the bunches of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccino ferment in concrete: half whole bunches and half destemmed and crushed. This is followed by 18 months of aging in French oak barrels. Each wine must spend in wood only for the right period that can enhance its characteristics, it is not necessary to bind a duration to have a special mention.
A special area of the estate, in “Contrada Carranco” where we have selected a vineyard to be produced individually. The even more suitable area of the district, in the northernmost plot, in the middle of the basalt rocks. Bush training vines planted on small terraces.
From the most suitable area of the estate, the bunches of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccino ferment in concrete.
Made from 100% Carricante grapes. The name of this ancient native grape originates from the expression “u carricanti”, and is due to the abundant production of the vines and the fact that whole carts were filled up with their grapes.
Made with Nerello Mascalese grapes, considered the king of Etna’s native grape varieties. The grapes are grown on the Carranco estate, in vineyards that are about 50 years old.
This wine comes from Nerello Mascalese grapes softly pressed, this is followed by the fermentation. The wine obtained rests on the fine lees for about three months.
