Pietradolce Etna Rosso 2024

The 2024 Pietradolce Etna Rosso is a vibrant and authentic introduction to the unique volcanic terroirs of Mount Etna. Sourced from younger vines grown at high altitudes (700–800 meters) on the northern slopes, this wine is prized for its lively freshness and approachability. It presents a brilliant, light ruby color and an elegant bouquet of wild strawberries, red currants, and dried orange peel, layered with complex notes of liquorice, black pepper, and smoky volcanic tones. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and energetic, featuring a "buzzy" mineral tension, crisp acidity, and fine-grained tannins. Aged for three months in oak barrels following an 18-day maceration, it concludes with a long, harmonious finish marked by kirsch, wild herbs, and a savory stony edge.

93 Points - James Suckling