Etna Rosso DOC Santo Spirito 2017 MAGNUM

Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Santo Spirito Magnum: volcanic elegance and Etnean character

Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Santo Spirito 2017 MAGNUM by Palmento Costanzo is a Sicilian red wine with a strong identity, capable of uniting finesse, depth, and mineral tension. Born from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio, it interprets the style of Etna Rosso with great precision, expressing an elegant, territorial, and gastronomic profile. The magnum format adds charm and value to the bottle, making it ideal for those looking for a wine to share or to let evolve over time.

Territory and wine style

Production takes place in Contrada Santo Spirito, in Passopisciaro, on the northern slope of Etna, at about 750 meters altitude. Here, the vineyards rest on black and brown volcanic sands, rich in stones and eruptive rocks, in a context that gives the wine a marked mineral imprint and great expressive clarity. The bush training, manual harvesting, and the presence of very old plants contribute to a artisanal and rigorous approach, perfectly consistent with the tradition of Etna. The result is a mountain red, deep but not heavy, vertical and refined.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a brilliant ruby red. On the nose, it offers an elegant and intense bouquet, where small red fruits, orange peel, and violet emerge, followed by spicy and balsamic nuances. On the palate, the tasting is complex and dynamic, supported by vibrant freshness and a strong mineral imprint. The tannic structure is present and well-defined, but integrated into a harmonious, precise, and elongated sip. The finish leaves a clean, savory, and persistent sensation, typical of great Etnean reds.

Recommended pairings

This wine pairs effectively with Sicilian and Mediterranean dishes, as well as with more structured preparations. It is ideal with roasted meats, lamb, game birds, mushrooms, meat ragù, and aged cheeses. Its freshness and tannic texture also make it suitable for flavorful dishes such as pasta with wild boar sauce, rolls, and second courses with aromatic herbs. Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Santo Spirito 2017 MAGNUM especially enhances recipes rich in juice and complexity, without ever overwhelming them.

Serving temperature

Serve Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Santo Spirito 2017 MAGNUM at an ideal temperature of 16-18 °C. If the bottle has been stored for a long time, it may be helpful to open it a little in advance to allow the wine to settle in the glass. A long decanting is not essential, but a few minutes of oxygenation can help open the bouquet and make the sip even more harmonious.

Why buy it

Choosing Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Santo Spirito 2017 MAGNUM means opting for a wine with a strong personality, capable of authentically representing one of the most fascinating wine territories in Italy. The combination of altitude, volcanic soils, and native grape varieties gives rise to an elegant, versatile label with great character. The magnum format makes it even more interesting for special occasions, important dinners, and moments to celebrate with a wine of assured class.