Tenuta delle Terre Nere
Etna Rosso Calderara Sottana 2022
Tastings, winery:
Contrada Strada Comunale Calderara, Randazzo, Catania, Italy
James Suckling - 99 points
2024
Tenuta delle Terre Nere Etna Rosso Calderara Sottana Bellacolonna 2022 is a red wine made from the Nerello Mascalese grape variety, sourced from the Calderara Sottana vineyard on the northern slopes of Mount Etna. This vineyard is renowned for its mineral-rich volcanic soil, which contributes to the wine's unique character.
The 2022 vintage boasts vibrant and intense aromas of autumn spices, dried rose, and blood orange, evolving into notes of dried strawberries. On the palate, the wine offers crisp fruit flavors of wild berries and mineral undertones, supported by lively acidity.
The tannins are fine and taut, providing an elegant structure and a long, saline finish. This wine is crafted from organically grown grapes, reflecting the winery's commitment to sustainable agriculture. Decanting is recommended before serving to fully express its aromas and flavors.
It pairs excellently with red meat, game, and aged cheeses.
About Tenuta delle Terre Nere
Tenuta delle Terre Nere is a renowned winery located on the northern slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy. With over forty years of experience in the fine wine industry, the estate is dedicated to producing wines that purely express the refined and multifaceted microcosm of the Etna region.
Tenuta delle Terre Nere practices organic farming, emphasizing meticulous vineyard care to achieve ideal ripening conditions. This approach ensures that minimal intervention is needed in the cellar, allowing the inherent qualities of the grapes and their specific microclimates to shine through in the wines.
The winery is particularly noted for its production of Etna Rosso and Etna Bianco wines, primarily utilizing indigenous grape varieties such as Nerello Mascalese and Carricante. Among their esteemed vineyards is a parcel in Contrada Calderara Sottana, home to vines over 140 years old that survived the phylloxera epidemic, offering a unique expression of the Nerello Mascalese grape.