Calabretta - Nerello Mascalese Vigne Vecchie 2015 (750ml)
Price: $34.99
| Producer | Calabretta |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Varietal | Nerello Mascalese |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Sku | 094297 |
| Size | 750ml |
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The Calabretta Nerello Mascalese Vigne Vecchie 2015 is a profound expression of this noble grape, cultivated on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. This wine, crafted with meticulous care by Massimiliano Calabretta, embodies the unique character of this ancient terroir and the family's dedication to traditional winemaking.
Sourced from a seven-hectare vineyard in the Calderara Sottana district, the Nerello Mascalese vines are between 60 and 80 years old, with some exceeding 100 years and still on their original rootstock. These old vines, deeply rooted in the black volcanic soils, yield grapes of exceptional concentration and complexity.
Calabretta's approach to winemaking is a testament to the traditions of Etna. The grapes are hand-harvested in mid-October, gently pressed, and fermented in stainless steel tanks. The wine then undergoes malolactic fermentation and matures for an impressive seven years in large Slavonian oak casks. This extended aging allows the wine to develop its full potential, resulting in a truly remarkable expression of Nerello Mascalese.
The 2015 Nerello Mascalese Vigne Vecchie is a wine of exceptional depth and elegance. It opens with a captivating bouquet of black cherries, cloves, blood orange, and earthy notes. The palate is soft and fleshy, with a core of tart red berries balanced by a bright acidity and delicate floral undertones. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a lasting impression of this unique and age-worthy wine.
