Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Santo Spirito 2020 Palmento Costanzo

What type of wine is it

Etna Rosso Contrada Santo Spirito Palmento Costanzo is a red wine from Etna made from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. It comes from bush-trained vines and offers an elegant, structured profile, supported by good freshness and fine tannins. Fermentation in wood and a long ageing period between barrels and bottle accompany the wine's natural complexity and help define its style.

Where does it come from

This wine comes from Sicily, on the slopes of Etna in the municipality of Passopisciaro, in Contrada Santo Spirito. The vines are located on high-altitude terraces on the flanks of the volcano, while the soils consist of black and brown volcanic sands with widespread presence of pebbles and effusive rocks. This mountain and volcanic context guides the wine toward aromatic precision and a mineral character coherent with its origin.

How is it produced

The grapes are harvested from bush-trained vineyards and vinified with fermentation in truncated-conical vats of French oak. This is followed by maceration on the skins for up to twenty days, then malolactic fermentation takes place. Ageing continues for two years in oval Ovum French oak barrels, followed by around twelve months resting in the bottle: a process that consolidates structure and integration, while respecting varietal and territorial character.

Tasting notes

The aromatic profile is rich and layered, with hints of ripe red fruits, sweet spices and balsamic notes, accompanied by mineral nuances linked to the volcanic soils. On the palate, the wine is elegant and harmonious, with fine, well-integrated tannins, good freshness, and a persistent finish that maintains balance and depth.

Food pairing

At the table, it naturally pairs with roast meats, game dishes, and aged cheeses. Its freshness and measured tannins support intense flavors, while the aromatic persistence goes well with slow-cooked dishes and matured cheeses.

When to serve it

This is a red wine ideal for convivial moments, especially when the menu features roast meats, game, or aged cheeses. The two years of barrel ageing and subsequent bottle rest make it enjoyable in its expressive phase already, with the potential to evolve greater aromatic integration over time. It is chosen when seeking a structured yet balanced sip, capable of accompanying boldly flavored dishes without being overwhelming.