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#Nerello Mascarese #Pinot Noir
Murgo
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In 1860 one of the most famous wineries in the world of sparkling wines produced from Nerello Mascarese grapes was born. The San Michele estate at the foot of Mount Etna boasts one of the most interesting organic sparkling wines on the Italian scene, a must try. The microclimate of Etna is characterized by strong thermal excursions due to the altitude of the volcano (3'360m) which delay ripening, bringing freshness and fragrance to the wines. The volcanic soils instead give a strong minerality that is felt in all the products of the territory.
Viticulture organic Hectares 30 Bottles produced 300.000 Direct sales yes Company visits yes
Our Selection
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Murgo EXTRA Brut 2011
100% Nerello Mascarese, White, 12.5% Alc, 6,000 bottles produced Sparkling straw yellow color, fine and persistent perlage. Sweet pastry sensations reminiscent of croissants open to the nose. Followed by aromas of broom, gardenia, lemon, yellow apple, honey. On the sip fresh, sapid balanced with a long and persistent citrus finish. Rest 80 months on the lees.
Pinot Nero Tenuta San Michele 2016
Pinot Nero 100%, Red IGT, Alc. 13.5%, bottles produced 5,000 Bright ruby. On the nose hints of black cherry in alcohol, blueberries and mulberries in jam. Followed by rose and geranium with a pepper and clove finish. Fresh, lively and well balanced sip, with dense and silky tannins that. It closes with fruity hints. It rests in steel for 10 months and another 14 in tonneau.