Nicosia "Sosta Tre Santi" Etna Doc Brut 2019 - Country: Italy - Capacity: 0.75

A grape variety, Nerello Mascalese, and its territory of origin, the slopes of the great Sicilian volcano. It is surprising to discover how grapes and territory can form such a close bond. And it is even more interesting when, as in this case, you discover how that grape variety is not only capable of creating extraordinary wines vinified in the "traditional" way, i.e. in red. but it can also be the basis of excellent sparkling wines. Cultivated at high altitudes, on volcanic soil, in fact, the Nerello grapes preserve the right freshness necessary to produce an excellent metodo classico. This Sosta Tre Santi, Etna DOC Brut, proposed by Cantine Nicosia, is the result of a long and accurate production process. At least 24 months of refinement on the lees in the bottle are necessary to produce a sparkling wine that authentically represents the characteristics of Nerello and the Etnean terroir. Straw colour and fine and persistent perlage, the nose reveals a complex and elegant bouquet, with fruity and floral notes, and typical hints of bread crust and yeast. In the mouth it stands out for its great minerality and remarkable acidity. A decidedly intriguing wine to pair with savoury fish dishes or white meats. Also perfect as an aperitif. It will probably be the wine that everyone decides to continue their lunch with. Let's not be unprepared. An extra bottle in the fridge is almost de rigueur. ...