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Its taut and elegant nature makes it an ideal companion to enhance meat-based dishes, succulent pork roasts and boards of mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown in Castiglione di Sicilia, on the heights of the northern slopes of the Etna area, at around seven hundred metres above sea level. The vineyards, trained as bush vines and on trellises, preserve historic vines that reach up to seventy years of age. This area, historically known as Terre Bianche, is distinguished by a \u003cstrong\u003esandstone soil\u003c\/strong\u003e of submarine sedimentary origin, enriched with light clay and quartz. The absence of volcanic material, combined with the northern exposure, gives the grapes unique soil and climate characteristics. 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This technical choice allows the delicate evolution guaranteed by wood to be combined with the stability of the inert container, defining the final balance and elegance of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the passion of Eduardo Torres Acosta, \u003cstrong\u003eArenaria Contrada 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances the authenticity of Nerello Mascalese. The grapes come from 70-year-old vines located in Castiglione di Sicilia, cultivated at an altitude of 700 metres. The non-volcanic soils of \u003cstrong\u003esandstone and quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e from the historic Terre Bianche give the wine a crisp sip and a deep structure. 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This harmonious blend combines the intense \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e with other local indigenous varieties, grown in the Terre Siciliane region. On the palate, a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003emineral texture\u003c\/strong\u003e emerges, offering a fresh, clean and persistent sip. Its structure reflects the volcanic nature of the soil, enhanced by spontaneous fermentation and ageing in concrete and old barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are grown on the northern slope of Mount Etna, in Sicily, from \u003cstrong\u003eold bush-trained vines\u003c\/strong\u003e over fifty years old. The vineyards are located in various districts, including Pietramarina, Capreri, Zucconero, Piano Daini, Allegracore and Friera, at altitudes between 550 and 930 metres. The \u003cstrong\u003edeep volcanic soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich in stones, sand and eruptive ash, impart the wine with its typical energy. This exposure defines a distinct \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial identity\u003c\/strong\u003e linked to the altitude and the imprint of the volcano.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvesting takes place between late September and mid-October, following the principles of natural agriculture. In the winery, vinification begins with \u003cstrong\u003espontaneous fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e in concrete vats, activated exclusively by indigenous yeasts. The subsequent \u003cstrong\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e lasts about fifteen days and takes place without temperature control, naturally shaping the structure. 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The combination of Nerello Mascalese and Grenache with white varieties such as Carricante, Coda Di Volpe and Grecanico Dorato creates a sip with a \u003cstrong\u003edry and dynamic profile\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it stands out for its vibrant freshness and a \u003cstrong\u003emarked saline texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, which give the wine an overall balanced, linear and extremely elegant structure, thanks to spontaneous fermentation and ageing in cement and used barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the north-western slope of Etna, in the historic Contrada Nave, situated at over a thousand metres above sea level. The soil, of clear \u003cstrong\u003evolcanic origin\u003c\/strong\u003e, composed of stones and sand, gives the wine a pronounced gustatory tension. 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