Terre Nere Santo Spirito Etna Rosso DOC

Etna DOC, Italy

Single-contrada Nerello Mascalese from the Santo Spirito vineyard on Etna's north slope. Translucent ruby; lifted sour cherry, dried rose petal, volcanic mineral, iron blood and extraordinary tannin texture; medium-weight with Burgundy-like transparency and genuine longevity.

Pairing intelligence

• main: Nerello Mascalese's iron-mineral character and cherry transparency are a natural Sicilian companion for roast pork with fennel.
• main: The wine's saline mineral depth and delicate structure complement the complex savoury richness of Messina-style salt cod.