Benanti
Etna Bianco Superiore Pietra Marina 2020
| Denomination | DOC Etna Bianco Superiore |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Carricante |
| Aging | Maturation for at least one year in tank (steel tanks) before bottling; ageing in bottle for about 10–12 months. |
- Format and alcohol content: 0.75 l bottle with 12.5% alcohol; contains sulphites
- Designation and grape variety: Etna Bianco Superiore DOC made from 100% Carricante, vintage 2020
- Historic vineyards: Old bush-trained vines up to 950 metres on volcanic soils
- Vinification and ageing: Gentle pressing, fermentation at 18–20°C; aged for one year in tank
- Tasting notes: Dry and harmonious wine, notes of orange blossom and ripe apple; finishes with anise and almond
Description
What kind of wine it is
Pietra Marina is a still white wine from Benanti that embodies the essence of Etna Bianco Superiore. Made from Carricante grapes, it displays a straw yellow colour with vivid green highlights. The bouquet is intense, with notes of apple and orange blossom. On the palate, it offers a dry and harmonious sip, supported by an acidity that prolongs its persistence with a finish of anise and almond. This profile gives the wine a clear gastronomic vocation and excellent longevity.
Where it comes from
It originates in Sicily, from vineyards located in the municipality of Viagrande. The old bush-trained vines, some of which are ungrafted, grow at around 950 metres above sea level. The mountain temperature variations favour slow ripening and precise aromatic definition. The sandy and volcanic soils, rich in minerals, give the wine a profound mineral tension. Organic and sustainable cultivation ensures a rigorous balance in respect of the ecosystem.
How it is produced
The Carricante harvest takes place late, towards the end of October. In the winery, a gentle pressing of the whole bunch is carried out to extract the purest must. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature to preserve the freshness of the aromas. This is followed by a prolonged maturation in tank of at least one year and a bottle ageing of twelve months. This waiting period allows for a taut, clean and extremely elegant sip.
History and Curiosities
Born from the passion of the Benanti family since 1988, Pietra Marina encapsulates the most authentic soul of the volcano. This exceptional white wine originates from eighty-year-old bush-trained vines cultivated at 950 metres above sea level on volcanic sands rich in minerals. The Carricante grapes, harvested late under organic and sustainable practices, give the wine extraordinary longevity. The long ageing process enhances this wine, which has been awarded 5 Bibenda bunches and 3 Veronelli gold stars, and is capable of evolving in the bottle for over 10 years.
Awards
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2020
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2020
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 1988
- Oenologist: Enzo Calì
- Bottles produced: 250.000
- Hectares: 30
The Benanti family has been instrumental in Etna’s viticulture throughout history, contributing first hand to its evolution. Now managed by Giuseppe Benanti’s two sons, Antonio and Salvino Benanti, the winery has an annual production of about 250.000 bottles that are distributed throughout the most important markets worldwide. Read more
| Name | Benanti Etna Bianco Superiore Pietra Marina 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | Etna DOC |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Carricante |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Benanti |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from the passion of the Benanti family since 1988, Pietra Marina encapsulates the most authentic soul of the volcano. This exceptional white wine originates from eighty-year-old bush-trained vines cultivated at 950 metres above sea level on volcanic sands rich in minerals. The Carricante grapes, harvested late under organic and sustainable practices, give the wine extraordinary longevity. The long ageing process enhances this wine, which has been awarded 5 Bibenda bunches and 3 Veronelli gold stars, and is capable of evolving in the bottle for over 10 years. |
| Origin | Viagrande (CT) |
| Climate | Alta collina con notevoli sbalzi di temperatura tra giorno e notte; altitudine 950 m s.l.m. |
| Soil composition | Sandy, volcanic, rich in minerals, with a sub-acid reaction |
| Cultivation system | Bush vines, partly ungrafted |
| Plants per hectare | 9000 |
| Yield per hectare | 70 q/Ha |
| Harvest | Second to third decade of October |
| Fermentation temperature | 18–20 °C |
| Production technique | Soft pressing of the whole bunch; fermentation in steel tanks |
| Wine making | Soft pressing of the whole bunch; fermentation in steel tanks at 18-20 °C; maturation for at least one year in tank before bottling; ageing in bottle for about 10 2 months. |
| Aging | Maturation for at least one year in tank (steel tanks) before bottling; ageing in bottle for about 10–12 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |