The winery
Mandrarossa
Premium line of 100% Sicilian wines associated with Cantine Settesoli, focused on finding the best varietal–terroir pairing and on winemaking experimentation.
- Sicilia · Italia
- Since 1999
- 17 products
The story
Mandrarossa was launched as a brand in 1999 as a Cantine Settesoli project, following more than twenty years of study of the local terroirs. The label was developed to select the best habitats and micro-parcels in the Menfi area and to introduce wines produced through small-scale vinifications and targeted varietal experimentation.
Production philosophy
Terroir research, soil mapping and varietal experimentation to bring out each variety's ideal potential. The approach combines agronomic study, micro-vinifications and vineyard selection to create recognizable expressions of Sicily.
Terroir and vineyards
The main production area is Menfi: hills sloping down to the sea with varied soils that create distinct microclimates, and sea breezes and temperature variations that enhance grape quality. In the Menfishire, Mandrarossa reports a vineyard area of approximately 500 hectares.
Awards and recognition
Mandrarossa has received numerous national and international accolades: examples include awards and scores from Decanter, Gambero Rosso, James Suckling, Wine Enthusiast, Mundus Vini, Concours Mondial Bruxelles and other international competitions.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Grecanico Dorato
- Grillo
- Zibibbo (Secco)
- Frappato
- Nero d'Avola
- Chardonnay
- Viognier
- Fiano
- Merlot
- Syrah
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Vermentino
- Petit Verdot
- Chenin Blanc
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Nerello Mascalese
- Perricone
- Alicante Bouschet
- Hectares
- 500.0
What makes it distinctive
- Cantine Settesoli's top brand dedicated to quality and innovation.
- Established in 1999 after over 20 years of research into terroir and soils.
- Mandrarossa vineyards in Menfi, with diverse soil types and microclimates.
- Extensive varietal experimentation and microvinifications
- Extensive record of international awards