Etna White d.o.c. 2020 Cuvée of the niche vineyards Calderara Sottana Estate of the Black Lands

Etna Bianco DOC 2020 Cuvée delle Vigne Niche Calderara Sottana

Etna Bianco d.o.c. 2020 Cuvèe delle vigne niche Calderara Sottana by Tenuta delle Terre Nere is a white wine of strong personality, born from 100% Carricante and designed to express the most authentic face of Etna with precision. The “Vigne Niche” selection focuses on old and young vines in one of the most interesting areas of the northern slope, with limited production and a clear territorial imprint. It is a wine that combines rigor, depth, and evolutionary capacity, offering an ideal profile for those seeking an elegant and long-lived Sicilian white.

Territory and wine style

The origin from Calderara Sottana, in the municipality of Randazzo, tells much about the style of this Etna Bianco DOC. The vineyards are located on the northern slope of Etna, at an altitude between 600 and 650 meters, on volcanic, stony, shallow soils rich in skeleton. These conditions favor tense, savory, and vibrant wines, capable of developing complexity without losing momentum. The vinification and aging in 10-hectoliter barrels help maintain balance and depth, without overshadowing the identity of the Carricante, a symbolic grape of the area and a precious rarity in a denomination historically more suited to reds.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a clear and luminous color, with an elegant and sharp profile. On the nose, fresh and refined sensations emerge, with floral and citrus hints and a subtle mineral imprint that recalls the volcanic terroir. On the palate, the entry is precise, supported by a beautiful acidity and a savory texture that prolongs the sip. The structure is fine but not fragile, with a harmonious progression and a persistent finish, capable of evolving over time towards increasingly complex and noble nuances.

Recommended pairings

Etna Bianco d.o.c. 2020 Cuvèe delle vigne niche Calderara Sottana pairs with great versatility with seafood dishes, shellfish, baked fish, tartare, delicate first courses, and Mediterranean preparations based on vegetables. It is also excellent with fresh cheeses, light white meats, and Sicilian recipes with a measured taste. Its freshness and savoriness make it particularly suitable for dishes that require balance, cleanliness, and aromatic finesse.

Serving temperature

Serve Etna Bianco d.o.c. 2020 Cuvèe delle vigne niche Calderara Sottana at 10-12°C. A brief aeration in the glass can help it express its aromatic complexity at its best, especially when tasted after a few years of bottle aging.

Why buy it

It is an ideal choice for those wishing to purchase a characterful Etna white wine, with a clear territorial imprint and an extraordinary personality. The signature of Tenuta delle Terre Nere, the purity of Carricante, and the origin from an iconic area like Calderara Sottana make this wine interesting both to drink today and to cellar to follow its evolution. A refined, gastronomic, and highly charming Etna Bianco DOC.