Etna Rosato DOC

MURGO ETNA ROSATO D.O.C.

Qualification: Etna Rose D.O.C.

Grape varieties: 100% Nerello Mascalese

Soil: Volcanic Sand

Altitude: 500m

Average Yield: 50/60 ha

Training Method: Espalier

Plant density: 4,500- 5,500/ha

Alcohol by volume: 13.5%

Total acidity: 5.5 g/L

Residual sugar: <3 g/L

Harvest: Manual in small crates

Pressing: Destemming and short maceration in a pneumatic press (4 hours) followed by gentle pressing.

Fermentation:  Chilling of the must and static clarification in stainless steel vats at controlled temperatures (14° C) for about 20 days.

Aging: In  stainless steel vats for at least 6 months.

Aging potential:  3 to 4 years

First year of production: Vintage 1996

Annual production: 22,500 bottles (75cl)

Sensory Profile: Soft pink, crystalline in colour. Aroma of cherries, strawberries and rose with a savory mineral palate. Tantalizing and sapid flavors with good structure, fresh acidity, and a finish of red fruits.

Food Pairing: Caponata; pasta with seafood.