Etna Rosso DOC "Rivaggi SRC" 2021 - Crasà

A 2021 Etna Rosso DOC from Crasà, made from Nerello Mascalese with a small percentage of Grenache. The grapes ferment spontaneously and macerate for about three weeks, then age for thirteen months in cement vats before bottling without added sulphites during the waning moon. Bright purple-red in colour, it shows red fruit, pepper and Mediterranean scrub on the nose. The palate is rich and fine, with a dense tannic texture well harmonised with good acidity, and a persistent finish. It suits white and red meats, aged cheeses and pappardelle with wild boar ragù.