Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Graci
Label Name:
 
Etna Rosso Quota 1000 Barbabecchi
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Etna (Contrada Barbabecchi, Passopisciaro, Castiglione di Sicilia)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Nerello Mascalese
Method:
 
Traditional red fermentation in vertical wooden 'tini' with spontaneous yeasts, ~25–30 day skin maceration, natural malolactic fermentation and ~24 months ageing in large oak barrels, plus bottle ageing.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Bright red cherry and wild red berries with herbs, licorice, rhubarb and volcanic minerality; silky texture, lively acidity and firm, refined tannins leading to a long, savory finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Roast lamb, grilled pork, mushroom risotto, aged pecorino or Parmigiano; Asian: char siu, Korean barbecue (bulgogi), mushroom ramen or miso-glazed aubergine.
Vineyard Info:
 
Produced by Cantine Graci (Alberto Graci), founded 2004; high‑altitude, often ungrafted Nerello Mascalese vines farmed organically on Etna's northern slopes. Focus on minimal intervention and terroir expression.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Highly regarded by critics and merchants; described as medium-bodied with long ageing potential (examples: Berry Bros. tasting/maturity note; high scores for past vintages in Vinous/Wine Spectator). 5% and cellar recommendations