The winery
Famiglia Statella
Small artisanal Etna winery producing Etna DOC wines with an organic approach, focusing on the expression of the individual volcanic contrade.
- Sicilia · Italia
- Since 2016
- 5 products
The story
The winery began as a family project led by winemaker Calogero Statella together with his wife Rita. After studying enology and gaining some professional experience, in 2016 the couple purchased their first vineyard in Contrada Pettinociarelle and began producing wines that reflect the microzones of Etna.
Production philosophy
Artisanal work in the vineyard and cellar, with careful attention to balance with nature. The goal is to bottle the exact expression of Etna's terroir using environmentally friendly methods and organic production practices.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located on the slopes of Etna in contrade such as Pettinociarelle and Pignatuni; the soils are of volcanic origin and the elevations reported for some wines are around 700–750 m above sea level.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Nerello Mascalese
- Nerello Cappuccio
- Carricante
- Catarratto
What makes it distinctive
- Founded in 2016 by Calogero and Rita Statella.
- Production of organic Etna DOC wines: Etna Bianco, Etna Rosato, Etna Rosso and two crus.
- Vineyards situated on the volcanic soils of the northern slopes of Mount Etna.
- Main grape varieties: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Carricante and Catarratto.
- Address and contact details listed on the official technical data sheets: Via Gullotto Mariano, 34 – 95012 Castiglione di Sicilia; info@.