Girolamo Russo 'a Rina' nerello mascalese 2022

Etna is having a moment in the sun right now. I blame White Lotus season 2! Seriously, that show has got people walking into the restaurant asking for wines from Etna. That never used to happen…

High altitude, volcanic soils, enough rainfall, and centuries of cultivation all contribute to the unique terroir of Mount Etna. The two local and related varieties nerello mascalese and nerello capuccio have adapted to that terroir, producing elegant, acid driven wines that Pinot noir lovers will get excited about. This example from top producer Russo shows cherry and mint and dashes of spice, with just enough fine tannin to keep things interesting - and match your beef carpaccio or tuna crudo.