Etna Rosso doc ‘Contrada Pianodario’

General Information

Etna Rosso DOC ‘Contrada Pianodario’ is a red wine of exceptional origin: the northern slope of Mount Etna, where volcanic soils, altitude, and cooling mountain winds produce wines with refinement and tension. The wine is primarily made from Nerello Mascalese, sourced from old vines at high altitude within the microzone Contrada Pianodario, near Randazzo.

The vinification takes place in the traditional way, with spontaneous fermentation and aging in neutral vessels or large casks, so that the terroir remains central. No over-extraction or dominance of wood – pure Etna in the glass.

Tasting Profile of Etna Rosso ‘Contrada Pianodario’

The wine has a light ruby color with garnet hints. On the nose, you find aromas of sour cherry, red berries, pomegranate, rose leaf, and a touch of smoke or flint.

On the palate, the wine is dry, fresh, and elegantly structured, with fine acidity, a mineral grip, and very refined tannins. The finish is long, precise, and pure, with a salty note characteristic of Etna wines.

Serving Advice

Etna Rosso ‘Contrada Pianodario’ is a true gastronomic wine and pairs well with:

• Game and small poultry (such as pigeon or quail)
• Sautéed mushrooms or eggplant
• Pasta with truffle or roasted tomato
• Medium-aged cheeses

Serve at 16–17°C. Decanting recommended for young bottles.

Interesting Fact

The Contrada Pianodario vineyard is located at over 700 meters altitude on the north side of Mount Etna – one of the coolest and most valued zones of the appellation. The combination of old vines, lava soil, and altitude results in wines with an unparalleled balance between power and finesse. This Etna Rosso is a textbook example of volcanic elegance, with character, tension, and aging potential.