{"product_id":"fragore-etna-rosso-2017-doc-contrada-montelaguardia-magnum","title":"Etna Rosso 2017 DOC Contrada Montelaguardia MAGNUM","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFragore Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Montelaguardia MAGNUM\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFragore Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Montelaguardia MAGNUM\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eDonnafugata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine of strong personality, born to accurately convey the character of Etna and the \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is an elegant and deep red, designed for those seeking a bottle of terroir, complex and long-lived, capable of uniting volcanic energy, aromatic finesse, and significant structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and style of the wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEtna Rosso DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e designation finds one of its most recognizable expressions in Contrada Montelaguardia, on the northern slope of Etna in Randazzo. Here, the vineyard develops at about 750 meters above sea level on volcanic soils with a sandy texture, rich in minerals and with a good organic content. This context gives the wine tension, verticality, and a marked mineral imprint. The choice of the \u003cstrong\u003emagnum\u003c\/strong\u003e format further enhances the wine's evolutionary capacity, making it ideal for the cellar of those who love labels to be aged over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents a bright, light ruby red color, typical of the variety. The olfactory profile is broad and deep, with hints of wild blackberry, currant, and underbrush, accompanied by floral notes of violet, balsamic nuances, and mineral echoes reminiscent of flint. Spicy touches of sweet tobacco and nutmeg also emerge. On the palate, the \u003cstrong\u003eFragore Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Montelaguardia MAGNUM\u003c\/strong\u003e shows great elegance, significant tannins, good freshness, and a well-defined structure, supported by remarkable persistence and a savory, mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine pairs naturally with flavorful and structured dishes. It is ideal with legumes, mushrooms, red meats, and stews, but it also expresses well with spicier preparations like Peking duck, beef and pork stews, barbecue ribs, and roasted turkey. Its combination of freshness, tannin, and complexity makes it suitable for cuisines rich in contrasts and recipes with intense flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe the \u003cstrong\u003eFragore Etna Rosso DOC Contrada Montelaguardia MAGNUM\u003c\/strong\u003e at \u003cstrong\u003e18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the presence of a young or just opened bottle, a brief passage in a decanter may be useful to enhance the expression of the bouquet and soften the initial impact of the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing this wine means bringing to the table one of the most refined interpretations of Nerello Mascalese on Etna. It is a bottle that unites territorial identity, elegance, and capacity for evolution, with an ideal profile for important occasions, special dinners, and collections of fine wines. The magnum format adds value, presence, and an even more interesting aging perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Donnafugata","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659251691906,"sku":"b6a07e9c49","price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/5e1f583b9fd781ab5f89fddba9952dd9.jpg?v=1779238095","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/fragore-etna-rosso-2017-doc-contrada-montelaguardia-magnum-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}