{"product_id":"tornatore-etna-rosso-contrada-trimarchisa-2018","title":"Tornatore Etna Rosso Contrada Trimarchisa 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eTornatore Etna Rosso Contrada Trimarchisa 2018 is a single-contrada red that captures the pure volcanic character of Mount Etna’s north slope. Sourced from old vines rooted in lava and limestone soils, it offers a refined, mineral-driven expression of Nerello Mascalese with a touch of Nerello Cappuccio. This wine stands out for its precision, tension and elegance, reflecting one of Etna’s most prized sites, Contrada Trimarchisa in Castiglione di Sicilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2018 Contrada Trimarchisa Etna Rosso shows a luminous, transparent ruby-red color with garnet highlights at the rim, typical of Nerello Mascalese from higher altitudes. The nose is intricate and layered: wild red berries, pomegranate and sour cherry are framed by notes of dried rose petals, blood orange zest, volcanic ash, graphite and a subtle hint of sweet spice and Mediterranean herbs.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is medium-bodied yet intensely flavored, with precise red fruit, savory notes and a marked mineral backbone. Fine-grained, chalky tannins and vibrant acidity give structure and length, while hints of tobacco leaf, dried thyme and a faint smoky nuance linger on the finish. The 2018 vintage has the balance to drink beautifully now, but it will continue to gain complexity over the next 8–12 years under good cellaring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContrada Trimarchisa lies in the village of Verzella, within the commune of Castiglione di Sicilia on Etna’s northern flank. Here the vines grow on a ridge of ancient lava soils enriched with calcareous sediments that slope gently towards the Alcantara River, providing excellent drainage, marked diurnal shifts and naturally low yields. The Nerello Mascalese, complemented by a small proportion of Nerello Cappuccio, comes from bush-trained vines averaging over 40 years of age, harvested by hand to ensure careful selection of bunches. In the cellar, the grapes are gently destemmed and fermented with temperature control to preserve aromatic purity, followed by maturation (often in large neutral oak or tonneaux) to refine the tannins and integrate the wine’s distinct volcanic minerality without overwhelming it with wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Etna Rosso is a versatile partner for refined, savory dishes: think grilled lamb chops with rosemary, herb-roasted chicken, pork loin with fennel, or classic Sicilian fare such as caponata, swordfish with capers and olives, or mushroom-based risottos. It also works beautifully with aged pecorino and semi-hard cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C (about 60–64°F) to highlight its aromatics and freshness. Decanting for 45–60 minutes is recommended, especially in its youth, to allow the wine’s floral, spicy and mineral nuances to fully unfold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCantine Tornatore is one of the historic family estates on Mount Etna, with roots in viticulture on the volcano dating back to the early 20th century. Based on Etna’s cooler northern slopes in Castiglione di Sicilia, the estate has played an important role in showcasing the quality and distinctiveness of Etna’s native varieties, particularly Nerello Mascalese and Carricante. Combining old-vine heritage with modern, quality-focused winemaking, Tornatore has helped elevate Etna to one of Italy’s most exciting wine regions, with their contrada-bottlings like Trimarchisa offering a clear, site-specific expression of this unique volcanic terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cantine Tornatore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255237693777,"sku":"XW-52349","price":48.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/tornatore-etna-rosso-contrada-trimarchisa-2018_52349_1_faedabc1-c715-48a1-889b-06a40a4d8252.webp?v=1783457639","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/tornatore-etna-rosso-contrada-trimarchisa-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}