Terre Nere Etna Rosso

Tenuta delle Terre Nere's classic Etna Rosso introduced several of us to the graces of the wines of Europe's highest volcano. It has all the classic quality characteristics of volcano wines: lightness to the touch in the mouth, high-intensity fruit and an almost intoxicating aromatic side reminiscent of violets, pink grapefruit and herbs. On the palate the tannins have a very elegant dimension, with the wine clearly leaning towards grace rather than power, but without lacking the latter. For more muscular wines you should turn to the single-vineyard vintages from the cru of Etna. In every aspect of this wine, however, the quintessence of the region's magical character emerges without a doubt: tension without excess and finesse alternative to an excellent Pinot Noir. It is no accident that Etna is described as the Burgundy of the Mediterranean.