Etna Rosso 'Carusu' Terrazze dell'Etna 2016

The Etna Rosso "Carusu" from Terrazze dell’Etna is an intense and expressive red wine typical of the high altitudes of the Sicilian volcanic territory. Its name means 'little boy' in the local dialect, and indeed, compared to the more common interpretations of Etna Rosso, which are usually robust and very intense, this wine is slimmer and livelier, medium-bodied, with a fresh and fruity personality.

The Etna Rosso "Carusu" is made from grapes of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grown on volcanic-lava soils at about 800 meters above sea level, on the northwestern slope of Etna. After a long production process that involves red winemaking with slow macerations, the wine ages in wood for 6 months and then in the bottle for at least 12 months, reaching its full maturity.

The "Carusu" is a balanced, generous, and confident wine, with good elegance. On the nose, it evokes aromas of ripe red fruits and spirits, with fine and subtle spiciness. It envelops the palate with a soft, round, and gentle touch, supported by the dynamic and lively tannins typical of red wines produced in the area. Versatile and immediate, this wine can be paired with simple dishes of

white or red meats, medium-aged cheeses, or flavorful fish dishes.