Etna Bianco, Vigne Niche, Superiore, 2024
The Etna Bianco Superiore designate is reserved for whites which come from the village of Milo on the eastern side of the volcano. The rain average in Milo is double that of the northern and southern areas. The steepness of the terraces of the entire municipality sees the sun forcibly setting very early in the shadow of the volcano. Furthermore, the climate is very humid, open as it is to the hot scirocco wind which, after crossing the Ionian Sea, blows directly on the vineyards. This combination, along with its shallow sandy soils, produces typically more viscous and concentrated wines with a high degree of freshness. The 2024 has a golden fruited edge with a certain grip and lightly bitter twist on the finish, making it well-suited to a range of foods.
critic reviews
A whiff of lemon oil mixes with sweet mint and crushed rocks as the 2024 Etna Bianco opens in the glass. This is juicy and playful in feel with ripe melon and a cascade of inner florals that swirl throughout. It leaves a salty sensation and nuances of candied citrus on the wickedly fresh finish.