Filippo Grasso

Etna Bianco Superiore DOC - Mari di Ripiddu - Filippo Grasso 2024

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Filippo Grasso
Name Etna Bianco Superiore DOC
Variety Carricante
Vintage 2024
Gradation 12.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Floral notes, citrus, volcanic minerality
Vinification method Steel fermentation, aging on lees
Region Sicily
Production area Etna
Country Italy
Type White
Aging A few months
Type of cask Steel
Color Straw yellow
Serving temperature 10-12°C
Recommended consumption 3-5 years
Pairing Fish, shellfish, Mediterranean dishes
The Etna Bianco Superiore DOC "Mari di Ripiddu" produced by the prestigious Filippo Grasso winery represents the excellence of Sicilian white wines, born from the embrace between the ancient vines and the unique terroir of the Etna volcano. This wine is mainly made from Carricante grapes, typical of the region, with the possible addition of a small percentage of other native varieties.

The grape harvest is carried out manually at optimal times to ensure integrity and freshness. The wine is then aged in steel to maintain all the original aromatic nuances of the grapes. The result is a surprisingly rich olfactory spectrum, ranging from notes of ripe white fruit, such as peach and pear, to more complex nuances of aromatic herbs and stony minerality that reflect the volcanic soil of cultivation.

On the palate, "Mari di Ripiddu" expresses a perfect balance between acidity and smoothness, delivering a full and enveloping sip, characterized by a long and pleasantly fresh aromatic persistence. Its structure also promises good aging potential.

Ideally served between 10 and 12 degrees Celsius, this Etna Bianco Superiore pairs beautifully with seafood, elaborate fish dishes, or soft cheeses. A wine that not only tells the story of its territory but also celebrates the winemaking art of Filippo Grasso, making it perfect for any collector or enthusiast who wants to discover the nuances of one of Sicily's most fascinating terroirs.
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How to serve

Glass:

Medium opening goblet

Serve to:

12-12°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 3-5 years

Production area


Sicily

The winery

Filippo Grasso – Winery in Etna (Sicilia)

Discover the story and wines of Filippo Grasso.

Small family-run winery on the north slope of Etna that grows only indigenous grape varieties and produces wines intended to convey the volcanic character of the area.
Region: Etna (Sicilia)
Country: Italia
Grapes: nerello mascalese, nerello cappuccio, carricante, catarratto, minnella bianca
Small family-run estate on the northern slope of Mount Etna Approximately 6 hectares of vineyard in the Contrada Calderara. Vineyards at approximately 650 metres above sea level, on predominantly volcanic, pebbly soils. Exclusive cultivation of indigenous grape varieties for Etna wines. Also produces extra-virgin olive oil.
Winery history
A family-run estate that has worked the slopes of Etna for generations. The property is described by sources as a small-scale operation managed by the Grasso family, with a long-standing, direct connection to the Etna area and local viticulture.
Production philosophy
Production focuses on simple, direct wines that aim to express the minerality and salinity of the volcanic soil. Native varieties are favored to convey the identity of the terroir in every bottle. The estate also cultivates olive trees and produces extra virgin olive oil.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Contrada Calderara on the northern slope of Mount Etna, near the Nebrodi Mountains, the vineyards lie at around 650 metres above sea level on soils predominantly composed of volcanic rock.

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