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Etna Rosso DOC 2021 (750 ml.) Federico Graziani
Etna Rosso by Federico Graziani comes from a small vineyard of about half a hectare located along the volcanic slopes of Etna. It rests for about a year in small wooden barrels, offering a sip where the characteristics of the fruit and the territory blend with the delicate notes brought by aging. A Red not to be missed.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Etna Rosso DOC
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Nerello Mascalese
- Variety / Assembly
- Nerello cappuccio 45%, nerello mascalese 45%, alicante 10%
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2021
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Sicily
- Alcohol Content
- 13% vol.
- Operating Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Wide goblet with a long stem
- Special Features
- Small Producers, Extreme Wine
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Red Meats
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
FGR-ETNA-ROSSO-2021
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Federico Graziani
At the foot of the imposing Etna, where the land tells stories of fire and passion, lies the winery of Federico Graziani. A former internationally renowned sommelier, Graziani chose Sicily, and in particular, the slopes of the most active volcano in Europe to create wines that embody the essence of mountain viticulture. Here, nature reigns and offers a unique volcanic soil that, along with the altitude, gives the grapes unparalleled characteristics.
The vineyards of Federico Graziani, tended with almost obsessive attention, welcome indigenous varieties such as Nerello Mascalese and Carricante. These grapes, thanks to the influence of the Etna climate and the expertise of the former sommelier, transform into wines that speak of the territory with sincerity and vigor. Among his creations stands out "Profumo di Vulcano," a label that embodies the strength and complexity of the place, releasing aromas that evoke the warm breath of the earth and the cool embrace of the mountain.
The production of Graziani is a hymn to authenticity, where a respectful approach to nature blends with the pursuit of elegance and depth. Every sip is a journey through the mineral and floral nuances that only this corner of Sicily can offer.
Immerse yourself in the world of Federico Graziani and discover on Vino45 the wine treasures that arise from Etna, an invitation to explore a unique and fascinating terroir through wines that are its soul and heart.
Address:
Contrada Mangani Montelaguardia, 95036 Randazzo (CT), Italy
Color: intense ruby red.
Bouquet: ripe red and black fruits, enriched by spices, tertiary notes, and minerality.
Taste: well-organized tannic structure, elegant balance, long persistence.
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THE WINE
Etna Rosso by Federico Graziani originates from a small vineyard of about half a hectare located along the volcanic slopes of Etna. It rests for about a year in small wooden barrels, offering a sip where the characteristics of the fruit and the territory blend with the delicate notes imparted by aging. A Red not to be missed.
THE COMPANY
Born in Ravenna in the mid-1970s, Federico Graziani has been passionate about the world of wine since he was very young, to the point that at just 15 years old, in 1990 to be precise, he attended his first sommelier course, beginning a journey that would see him become a professional sommelier at only 19 years old. In 1998, he achieved definitive recognition, winning the competition for “Best Sommelier in Italy” at the age of 23. Subsequently, he confirmed his great talent by collaborating with the most important chefs and restaurateurs across the Peninsula. He also published books, including “Grandi Vini di Piccole Cantine” and “Vini d’Autore”. Then came the science, with his enrollment and subsequent degree in viticulture and oenology, obtained in 2006. Since 2012, he has been the area manager for central-northern Italy for Feudi di San Gregorio. Federico Graziani is truly an important figure in the wine world, one of the few who can boast multifaceted skills, knowledge, and experiences in various sectors of oenology. Thus, he could not miss the experience as a winemaker and producer, which brings us directly to the slopes of Etna, in Castiglione di Sicilia, in the province of Catania, in the “Contrada Feudo di Mezzo” of Passopisciaro. We are about 700 meters above sea level: vineyards cultivated as bush vines feature plants averaging 75 years old, although it is not uncommon to encounter centennial vines. Among the rows, all work is done manually, with no pesticides or systemic treatments used, and the grapes know only copper and sulfur. Balanced, rich, and concentrated bunches arrive in the winery to be enhanced, showcasing all the nuances that the season and territory have shaped in the fruit. For fermentation, only indigenous yeasts are used, while aging is done in small barrels that are never new, lasting no more than 12-14 months. Thus is born the “Profumo di Vulcano,” which, along with the Rosso dell’Etna, represents the two labels that Federico Graziani currently produces. Two wines that tell the most beautiful stories of Sicily's good giant, that volcano which, from an oenological perspective, has been providing enormous satisfaction for years and will continue to do so even more in the future.