{"product_id":"etna-bianco-doc-alta-mora-2023-cusumano","title":"Etna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Etna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano\u003c\/strong\u003e is born on the slopes of Europe's highest volcano, in an area among the most fascinating and suited for viticulture. It is produced mainly from \u003cstrong\u003eCarricante\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, a native Sicilian grape variety that expresses itself best on the volcanic soils of Etna, yielding fresh, savory wines with great personality.\nThe result is a white wine with a modern soul yet linked to tradition, where the typical \u003cstrong\u003efreshness\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eminerality\u003c\/strong\u003e of the territory blend with a pleasant fruity aromaticity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2023 vintage on Etna was characterized by balanced climatic conditions, with mild temperatures and a good diurnal temperature range. This favored a slow and uniform ripening of the grapes, preserving delicate aromas and a perfect balance between sugars and acidity. The Carricante thus developed intense aromas and an elegant structure, maintaining its typical Etnean freshness.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe vinification of \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano\u003c\/strong\u003e takes place in stainless steel tanks, a choice that allows for maximum enhancement of the fruit's purity and the grapes' fragrance. Fermentation at controlled temperature helps preserve floral and citrus aromas, while aging, also in steel, keeps the wine young and vibrant, free of toasted or woody notes.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIt presents itself with a \u003cstrong\u003eluminous straw yellow\u003c\/strong\u003e color with greenish reflections, indicating its lively freshness and youth.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the nose, it reveals a fine and territorial bouquet: aromas of orange blossom, white flowers, and citrus interweave with slight mineral and saline notes, typical of volcanic soils. It is an olfactory profile that evokes both sea and mountain, in a perfect aromatic balance.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003efresh, savory, and harmonious\u003c\/strong\u003e. The lively acidity balances a pleasant softness, while the finish is long and mineral, with an aftertaste that recalls wet stone and citrus. It is a wine that speaks of its territory with style and authenticity.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings for Etna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano\u003c\/h2\u003e\nPerfect as an aperitif, \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano\u003c\/strong\u003e expresses itself best when paired with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeafood appetizers and shellfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst courses based on fish or vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh and goat cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate white meats or light Mediterranean cuisine dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts versatility makes it ideal for those seeking a white wine to share at the table on multiple occasions, even with traditional Sicilian dishes like pasta with sardines or citrus salads.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Etna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine is designed to best express its freshness in the first few years after the harvest. To preserve all its characteristics:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore it in a cool, dark place, with a constant temperature between 10 and 15°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep it horizontally if sealed with a cork stopper, to maintain adequate humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid thermal shocks and direct light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nWhile it can evolve for 2-3 years, developing more complex and honeyed nuances, \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC 'Alta Mora' 2023 - Cusumano\u003c\/strong\u003e offers its best within the first few years of its life, when its freshness and minerality are most vivid and expressive.","brand":"Cusumano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415036555603,"sku":"E02-C121-2023-05_D000","price":29.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/etna-bianco-doc-alta-mora-2023-cusumano.jpg?v=1764410673","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/etna-bianco-doc-alta-mora-2023-cusumano","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}