{"title":"Wiegner","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWiegner\u003c\/strong\u003e collection gathers an essential and coherent selection of wines born on Etna, in a territory that expresses identity, minerality, and taste tension with great clarity. On this page, you will find the \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante Wiegner\u003c\/strong\u003e, a wine that directly interprets the character of the volcano and the vocation of one of its most representative grape varieties, Carricante.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Wiegner winery and the Etna territory\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe story of the Wiegner winery takes shape in 2002, when the family starts its project in Sicily, in Passopisciaro, in the province of Catania, about 750 meters above sea level. The vineyards are located in Contrada Rampante and Contrada Marchesa, areas that allow for a great focus on the specificity of the soil and altitude. It is this connection with Etna that defines the style of the winery: precise, authentic wines that can immediately tell the story of the landscape from which they arise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOver time, Wiegner has built a path centered on indigenous grape varieties and the enhancement of the D.O.C. designations of Etna, with an approach that prioritizes balance, finesse, and respect for the raw material. Among the grape varieties mentioned in the winery's production history are \u003cstrong\u003eCarricante\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Cappuccio\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as Fiano, Aglianico, and Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe style of Etna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Etna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante Wiegner is made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Carricante\u003c\/strong\u003e and stands out for its clear and vibrant profile. In the glass, it shows a straw-yellow color with greenish reflections, while on the nose and palate it delivers a lively freshness, with pronounced sapidity and a slender, very smooth sip. Its dynamic taste and finish of good persistence make it an ideal white for those seeking elegance and drinkability without sacrificing territorial personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe aromatic profile highlights herbaceous notes typical of the grape variety, enriched by floral hints that complete the picture delicately. It is a wine that focuses on precision, mineral tension, and an essential interpretation of Carricante, perfect for those who wish to discover the expressive richness of Etna whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Wiegner wines on Italian Wine Selection\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Wiegner selection is designed for those who appreciate Sicilian wines capable of uniting origin, authenticity, and personality. A young producer, but already attentive to the enhancement of grape varieties and designations, represents an interesting choice for those seeking labels with a defined character and strong territorial coherence. In particular, the Etna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante offers an elegant and distinctive tasting experience, suitable for those who love mineral, tense, and gastronomic whites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple-cooked fish dishes, to enhance freshness and sapidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShellfish and mollusks, thanks to the dry and mineral profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal vegetables and light preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh cheeses and delicate Mediterranean cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover the \u003cstrong\u003eWiegner\u003c\/strong\u003e collection and let yourself be guided by an authentic Etna white, capable of telling the volcano with balance, energy, and great drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"etna-bianco-doc-contrada-rampante-wiegner","title":"Etna White DOC Rampante Wiegner","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEtna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante Wiegner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante Wiegner\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Sicilian white wine with a strong identity, made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Carricante\u003c\/strong\u003e and designed to best express the essential and vertical character of the Etna territory. The vinification in steel and the subsequent aging in bottle help preserve its freshness, aromatic clarity, and taste tension, offering an elegant, direct wine with great drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e denomination originates from one of the most fascinating territories of Italian wine, where altitude, temperature variations, and volcanic soils produce wines recognizable for their sapidity and precision. This white comes from the northern area of Etna, in the municipality of Castiglione di Sicilia, a region that enhances the mineral profile and freshness of \u003cstrong\u003eCarricante\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a fine, slender, and territorial style, capable of uniting energy and expressive clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a straw yellow color with greenish reflections, a sign of youth and liveliness. On the nose, typical herbaceous sensations of the grape variety emerge, accompanied by delicate floral nuances and a clear fresh imprint. On the palate, the sip is slender, lively, and decidedly salty, with a well-present acidity that supports the drink and amplifies its dynamics. The finish is clean, long enough, and pleasantly persistent, with a coherent and harmonious profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a wine that finds its ideal dimension with flavorful seafood dishes. It pairs excellently with seafood risotto, blue fish, marine first courses, shellfish, fish carpaccio, and Mediterranean preparations based on vegetables and fresh herbs. Its freshness and pronounced sapidity also make it suitable for grilled or baked fish second courses, especially when the taste component is intense yet balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best appreciate \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante Wiegner\u003c\/strong\u003e, a serving temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e10 and 12°C\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended. It does not require long aeration: it is sufficient to open it shortly before serving to capture its intact floral profile, freshness, and characteristic salty note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine represents a convincing choice for those seeking an authentic, territorial, and versatile Italian white. It combines immediate drinkability with the personality of Etna, offering a very pleasant balance between freshness, sapidity, and aromatic finesse. \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Bianco DOC Contrada Rampante Wiegner\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for both a seafood dinner and for those looking to buy wine online with attention to quality and the identity of the territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Wiegner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659274039682,"sku":"f51bb3c676","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/0bff8cddba0cc31a763484513cd66ee3.jpg?v=1779242167"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/collections\/wiegner_1630834944.jpg?v=1779195823","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/collections\/wiegner-en.oembed","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}