Grapes: 90% nerello mascalese, 10% nerello mantellato/cappuccio

Production area: vineyards on the north side of Etna, volcanic, stony soil,

dry, draining and rich in minerals.

Contrada Calderara, municipality of Randazzo (CT), 650 meters above sea level

Vineyards: counter-espalier with high planting density.

Yield per hectare: 50 quintals.

Vinification: maceration on the skins for 12/15 days at a controlled temperature,

refinement in steel.

Organoleptic characteristics:

Colour: ruby red with garnet reflections.

Bouquet: spicy notes with hints of toasted.

Taste: dry, full and pleasantly tannic.

Pairings: red meats, game, roasts, aged cheeses.

Serving temperature: 16-18 degrees.

Alcohol content: 14.5% vol.