What kind of wine is Etna Rosso DOC 'Sentiero delle Gerle' 2021 - Mandrarossa?

The Etna Rosso DOC 'Sentiero delle Gerle' 2021 - Mandrarossa is a red wine of great personality, made from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes cultivated on the slopes of Mount Etna. These native grape varieties grow on volcanic soils rich in minerals, which give the wine a unique and distinctive character. It is a red with good structure, balanced and refined, capable of encapsulating all the complexity of the Etna territory in an elegant and harmonious sip.

Vintage Details

The 2021 vintage on Etna was characterized by a balanced climate, with warm but breezy summers and good temperature variations between day and night. The grapes reached optimal ripeness, yielding a wine with a great balance between acidity and fruit, with silky tannins and well-defined aromas. The harvest, carried out by hand, allowed only the best bunches to be selected to guarantee quality and longevity to the final product.

Vinification and Aging

The fermentation of Etna Rosso DOC 'Sentiero delle Gerle' 2021 - Mandrarossa takes place in steel at a controlled temperature, with a maceration on the skins for about 6-8 days to extract color and aromas. Subsequently, the wine is aged for 10-12 months in French oak barriques, where it acquires softness and complexity. A further period in the bottle completes the process, giving balance and finesse to the final result.

Tasting Notes

Color

In the glass, it presents a brilliant ruby red, with slight garnet hues that herald its elegance and the mineral component of the terroir.

Nose

The aroma is intense and enveloping: notes of ripe red fruits, cherry and raspberry emerge, followed by delicate hints of sweet spices, vanilla, and slight smoky nuances typical of volcanic soils. The bouquet evolves in the glass, revealing floral nuances and a pleasant balsamic component.

Palate

On the palate, it shows a balanced structure and fine, velvety tannins. The freshness, supported by good acidity, gives liveliness to the sip, while the persistence in the mouth is long and harmonious, with a slightly spicy and mineral finish that invites another taste.

What dishes to pair with Etna Rosso DOC 'Sentiero delle Gerle' 2021 - Mandrarossa

This wine pairs perfectly with typical Mediterranean dishes, thanks to its balance between softness and liveliness.

• Ideal with grilled or barbecued red meats
• Excellent with pasta dishes with meat sauce or game ragu
• Interesting with aged or medium-savory cheeses
• Also perfect with Sicilian cuisine dishes, such as caponata or fennel sausage

It is a versatile wine, ideal for accompanying both important dinners and convivial moments.

Storage and aging: how to store Etna Rosso DOC 'Sentiero delle Gerle' 2021 - Mandrarossa wine

To maintain the characteristics of this Etna Rosso, it is advisable to store it in a cool, dark place, at a constant temperature of around 14-16°C, with the bottle lying down to keep the cork always moist.

While already pleasant to drink today, thanks to its structure and mineral component, it can evolve further over time. An aging of 5-7 years will allow the wine to develop more complex aromas and elegant tertiary notes.

The Etna Rosso DOC 'Sentiero delle Gerle' 2021 - Mandrarossa is therefore a perfect choice for those seeking an authentic, territorial wine, capable of expressing the soul of Etna with balance, freshness, and great finesse.