{"product_id":"girolamo-russo-etna-rosso-calderara-sottana-2022","title":"Girolamo Russo Etna Rosso Calderara Sottana 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalderara Sottana is a still red wine produced by Girolamo Russo in the Etna Rosso area. It is created from a harmonious blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio, fully expressing its volcanic identity. In the glass, it displays an intense ruby red colour, accompanied by a complex bouquet of blackberry, currant, morello cherry and delicate Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it is broad and elegant, supported by a fresh and vibrant sip that leads to a \u003cstrong\u003eremarkable persistence of flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its energy ensures a \u003cstrong\u003ecomplex aromatic profile\u003c\/strong\u003e of great finesse, capable of enhancing the typical and defined characteristics of \u003cstrong\u003eEtna wines\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Etna Rosso originates at 700 metres above sea level, on the northern slope of the volcano in the Randazzo area. The vines grow on sandy, mineral-rich volcanic soil, which imparts a taut and clear flavour profile. The fifty-year-old plants are trained using the \u003cstrong\u003ealberello\u003c\/strong\u003e method and the modified alberello with trellis. The altitude and particular exposure preserve the aromatic freshness of the grapes, which benefit from low yields to infuse the glass with all the \u003cstrong\u003evolcanic minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e and the authentic essence of the \u003cstrong\u003eterroir\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest begins in the second half of October. Vinification proceeds with a \u003cstrong\u003espontaneous fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e carried out by indigenous yeasts and a fifteen-day maceration on the skins. Afterwards, the wine rests for eighteen months in \u003cstrong\u003eused barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, harmonising its profile without ever overpowering the primary notes of the grape varieties. A further six months of bottle ageing completes the process. This careful \u003cstrong\u003ematuration\u003c\/strong\u003e process enhances the acidic vein and elegant texture, offering a deep, dynamic sip with pure territorial character.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Calderara Sottana by Girolamo Russo is a multi-award-winning \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Rosso DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e that encapsulates the volcanic essence of the northern slope. Produced from \u003cstrong\u003efifty-year-old vines\u003c\/strong\u003e grown at an altitude of 700 metres, this elegant blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio ferments spontaneously with \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e. Careful ageing in tonneaux imparts a vibrant, fresh and persistent sip, enriched by intense aromas of blackberry and Mediterranean scrub. An outstanding wine praised by critics, perfect for those seeking structure and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Girolamo Russo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45730530328747,"sku":"58698","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/girolamo-russo-etna-rosso-calderara-sottana-2022_58698_1_bd7deb70-a40e-4b79-a390-aac23f3e1b87.webp?v=1773787043","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/girolamo-russo-etna-rosso-calderara-sottana-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}