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Girolamo Russo - 'A Rina - Etna Rosso DOC

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Tasting notes

This is the entry-level red from Girolamo Russo. Made with Nerello Mascalese and about 10% Nerello Cappuccio blended from various vineyard sites, the 2021 Etna Rosso 'a Rina offers terrific value with wild berry, blue flower and crushed stone over an elegant mouthfeel. The emphasis is on freshness and balance.

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Provenance

Type
Red
Country
Italy
Appellation
Etna DOC
Region
Sicily

Technical

Serving
16° - 18° C

Food pairings

Key characteristics

About this wine

Girolamo Russo is a pioneering producer on Mount Etna, Sicily's volcanic heartland, where tradition meets modern winemaking excellence. The 'A Rina Etna Rosso DOC is crafted from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Capuccio, indigenous varieties uniquely suited to Etna's mineral-rich, dark volcanic soils. These grapes thrive in the cool, high-altitude conditions that define the region, producing wines of distinctive elegance and complexity.

This full-bodied red showcases the hallmark character of Etna DOC: a stony minerality balanced with floral aromatics and refined acidity. The wine's structure and restrained alcohol (14% ABV) reflect Girolamo Russo's commitment to authenticity and terroir-driven expression. Whether enjoyed as a standalone expression or paired with the region's classical flavors, it demonstrates why Etna has become one of Italy's most sought-after appellations.

The wine's versatility shines across the table: from grilled meats and lamb to aged cheeses, mushroom risotto, and tomato-based dishes. Its food-friendly profile makes it equally at home in fine dining, at villa dinners, or paired with Mediterranean charcuterie and aromatic spices. A sophisticated choice for discerning collectors and serious wine enthusiasts.

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Region

Sicily

Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and Italy's southernmost wine region, separated from the mainland by the narrow Strait of Messina. The island has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past three…

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Appellation

Etna DOC

Etna DOC is located on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy. The appellation was officially established as a Denominazione di Origine Controllata in 1968, making it one of Sicily's older protected designations. Etna's…

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