{"product_id":"etna-bianco-superiore-doc-pietra-marina-2019-benanti","title":"Etna Bianco Superiore DOC 'Pietra Marina' 2019 - Benanti","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Etna Bianco Superiore DOC 'Pietra Marina' 2019 - Benanti\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco Superiore DOC 'Pietra Marina' 2019 - Benanti\u003c\/strong\u003e is a mountain white wine produced on the eastern slopes of Etna, in the municipality of Milo, in the province of Catania. It is made exclusively from \u003cstrong\u003eCarricante\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, an indigenous Sicilian grape variety capable of expressing the full character of the volcanic territory.\nThis white wine stands out for its elegant, fresh, and savory style. Its \u003cstrong\u003eminerality\u003c\/strong\u003e derives directly from the lava soils, while its marked acidity gives it lively freshness and excellent aging potential over time.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 2019 vintage on Etna was characterized by a rather cold and rainy winter, which favored a good water reserve in the soils. The mild spring and airy summer, with significant temperature variations between day and night, allowed for slow and complete ripening of the grapes. The result is a balanced, defined wine with intense yet harmonious aromas.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco Superiore DOC 'Pietra Marina' 2019 - Benanti\u003c\/strong\u003e is produced from manual harvesting of the grapes and soft pressing, which helps preserve the aromatic purity of Carricante. Fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel at controlled temperatures\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintaining the freshness and fragrance of the fruit intact.\nThis is followed by a long aging of at least 24 months on its lees, the so-called \u003cem\u003efecce nobili\u003c\/em\u003e (fine lees), with frequent \u003cem\u003ebâtonnage\u003c\/em\u003e (stirring), which enriches the wine with complexity and softness without altering its clear mineral essence.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis wine represents one of the highest expressions of Carricante and the Etna territory, offering a tasting profile of great elegance and personality.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIt appears bright straw yellow with slight golden reflections, indicative of beautiful maturity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe bouquet is broad and refined: it opens with notes of ripe citrus, Mediterranean herbs, and wildflowers, then evolves towards mineral accents and a delicate briny hint recalling the sea breeze and volcanic soil.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is fresh, deep, and well-balanced. The \u003cstrong\u003emarked acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e of Carricante gives it momentum, while the \u003cstrong\u003eminerality\u003c\/strong\u003e and savouriness accompany a long and clean finish. It is a wine that combines elegance and structure, revealing the typicality of its territory with every sip.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to pair with Etna Bianco Superiore DOC 'Pietra Marina' 2019 - Benanti\u003c\/h2\u003e\nPerfect for accompanying fish and shellfish dishes, Etna Bianco Superiore 'Pietra Marina' enhances the flavors of Mediterranean cuisine and simple yet aromatic preparations.\nAlso excellent with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebaked or grilled fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eseafood risottos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esemi-hard and lightly aged cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edelicate white meats with aromatic herbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nIts structure and savoriness also allow it to stand up well to more demanding pairings, such as Sicilian swordfish or citrus risotto.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging - how to store Etna Bianco Superiore DOC 'Pietra Marina' 2019 - Benanti\u003c\/h2\u003e\nWhile ready to be enjoyed, \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco Superiore DOC 'Pietra Marina' 2019 - Benanti\u003c\/strong\u003e can evolve magnificently for several years in the bottle.\nFor best storage:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekeep the bottle horizontally, away from light and temperature fluctuations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emaintain a cool environment, with a constant temperature between 10 and 14°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eavoid excessive humidity or dryness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nThis wine, despite having good longevity, performs best within \u003cstrong\u003e2-3 years\u003c\/strong\u003e from the harvest, when freshness and minerality find the perfect balance in the mouth.","brand":"Benanti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52415075254611,"sku":"E02-B016-2019-05","price":142.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/etna-bianco-superiore-doc-pietra-marina-2019-benanti.jpg?v=1764410760","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/etna-bianco-superiore-doc-pietra-marina-2019-benanti","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}