Raciti
Rupestre Rosso Nerello Mascalese
Etna, Catania, Sicily, Italy
Raciti – Rupestre Rosso / Nerello Mascalese / 2020
Etna DOC – Sicily, Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
Crafted on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, this red highlights Nerello Mascalese’s distinct personality. The combination of high elevation, mineral-rich soils, and Sicily’s sun creates a wine that’s both rustic and refined.
Aromas & Flavors
Bright red cherries, dried herbs, and smoky earth, laced with hints of tar and ash that echo the volcano’s dramatic terroir.
Mouthfeel
Chewy and structured with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and that unmistakable volcanic grip, giving the wine depth and texture.
Food Pairings
A perfect partner to rosemary-grilled lamb chops, slow-cooked pork, or hearty pasta with ragù.
Verdict
Volcanic elegance in a glass, expressive and earthy, yet vibrant. Best enjoyed now with a short decant to reveal its smoky, layered complexity.
Did You Know?
Etna is often called the “Burgundy of the Mediterranean” because Nerello Mascalese, its signature grape, delivers Pinot Noir–like elegance and finesse, combined with volcanic minerality and grip.
Raciti – Rupestre Rosso / Nerello Mascalese / 2020
Etna DOC – Sicily, Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
Crafted on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, this red highlights Nerello Mascalese’s distinct personality. The combination of high elevation, mineral-rich soils, and Sicily’s sun creates a wine that’s both rustic and refined.
Aromas & Flavors
Bright red cherries, dried herbs, and smoky earth, laced with hints of tar and ash that echo the volcano’s dramatic terroir.
Mouthfeel
Chewy and structured with firm tannins, balanced acidity, and that unmistakable volcanic grip, giving the wine depth and texture.
Food Pairings
A perfect partner to rosemary-grilled lamb chops, slow-cooked pork, or hearty pasta with ragù.
Verdict
Volcanic elegance in a glass, expressive and earthy, yet vibrant. Best enjoyed now with a short decant to reveal its smoky, layered complexity.
Did You Know?
Etna is often called the “Burgundy of the Mediterranean” because Nerello Mascalese, its signature grape, delivers Pinot Noir–like elegance and finesse, combined with volcanic minerality and grip.