Etna DOC Bianco Radici 2019 Barone Beneventano della Corte 75 cl

Description

History

Pierluca Beneventano della Corte likes to define himself as a “garagist” winemaker, because to make wine from his small production of grapes he has to be hosted in the cellars of other producers. Although his family has been dedicated to agriculture in Sicily for over 200 years, in 2015 he decided to start his personal adventure in viticulture starting from two terraced vineyards in a state of semi-abandonment. The first in Viagrande in the Salto del Corvo – San Giovannello area at 650 meters above sea level, surrounded by two inactive volcanic cones: Monte Ilice and Monte Gorna. The second in Trecastagni, in the Carpene district, at 800 meters above sea level, equipped with an 18th century millstone. A total of four hectares of vineyards cultivated with Etna saplings, some centuries old.
All the soils are characterized by volcanic sands, which give the wines intense fruity and spicy notes, also enhanced by the wide temperature ranges typical of the eastern side of Etna.
There are three wines produced: Radici Rosso, from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes, Radici Bianco, from Carricante, Catarratto and Minnella grapes, and Radici Rosato, produced however only in some years.
The choice of the name “Radici” for all his wines is evocative of the journey that Pierluca is making in his family’s land, recovering abandoned vines and terraces, protecting tradition and nature.

Grapes used

Caricante, Minnella, Cataratto

Production method

This wine is produced from vines grown on Etna saplings, the processes are 100% manual and carried out organically on sandy-volcanic soils. All the vineyards are located at an altitude of 700-800 meters, southern exposure and influenced by sea winds, the vineyard in Contrada Salto del Corvo/Carpene offers a terroir rich in minerals and microorganisms, with unique draining properties.

Alcohol content

11.5%

Tasting notes

This wine has a straw yellow color and a bouquet of citrus fruits, medlar and orange blossom on the nose. On the palate, it offers a nice fresh shoulder with a persistent and citrus aftertaste.

Possible combinations

Excellent when paired with shellfish and fish first courses, it offers freshness and persistence ideal for light and refined dinners.