Tenuta Tascante Etna Rosso Ghiaia Nera 2024

Tenuta Tascante Etna Rosso Ghiaia Nera 2024 is Tasca d'Almerita’s vibrant expression of Nerello Mascalese from the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna. Built around young vineyards and the remarkable diversity of Etna’s terroir, it offers a fresh, contemporary take on one of Sicily’s most distinctive red wines. Ghiaia Nera is also a testament to the ongoing rediscovery of Sicily’s winemaking potential, where ancient soils and dramatic climate shape wines with real character.

Tasting Notes
Expect a bright, elegant red with a refined, lifted profile rather than power. On the nose, it typically shows red berries, sour cherry, wild herbs, and a subtle smoky, mineral edge that reflects Etna’s volcanic origins. On the palate, Nerello Mascalese brings a lively, finely structured feel with fresh acidity, gentle tannins, and a savory, almost saline finish. This is a wine made for nuance and freshness, with good short- to medium-term aging potential as its floral and mineral notes continue to unfold over the next few years.

Production
Ghiaia Nera comes from young vineyards in Tenuta Tascante on the slopes of Etna, where volcanic soils, elevation, and strong day-to-night temperature shifts help preserve freshness and aromatic precision. The terroir is shaped by the volcano’s mineral-rich ash and gravelly ground, which give the wine its tension and distinctive savory character. The grapes are harvested with care to preserve purity and balance, then vinified to emphasize the natural elegance of Nerello Mascalese rather than extraction. The result is a wine that reflects both the identity of the variety and the singular environment of Etna.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with roasted poultry, grilled tuna, mushroom risotto, pasta with tomato-based sauces, and Sicilian-inspired dishes with herbs, olives, or eggplant. Serve it slightly cool, ideally around 16-18°C, to highlight its freshness and aromatic detail. Decanting is optional but can be helpful if serving young, especially to open up its mineral and floral layers.

Producer
Tasca d'Almerita is one of Sicily’s most historic and respected wine families, with a reputation built on quality, sustainability, and a deep commitment to expressing the island’s diverse terroirs. Through the Tenuta Tascante project on Etna, the estate has helped bring renewed attention to the region’s exceptional potential for distinctive, high-altitude wines. Their work on Etna has become an important benchmark for modern Sicilian viticulture.

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