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Vinmarker i sikker afstand fra vulkanen Etna, Sicilia (Sicilien)
Region: Sicilia
Zone: Etna DOC
Wine:

Etna Bianco DOC

Facts about this wine

Wine: White wine
Taste: Dry
Volume: Medium
Min. alcohol: 11.5%
Storage potential: 3 years

This white wine is made from Carricante (60-100%), Catarratto Bianco Commune or Catarratto Lucido (max. 40%), with the addition of Trebbiano and/or Minella Bianca (0-15%).

Etna Bianco is a straw yellow white wine with, at times, light golden streaks. The aroma is delicate and typical for the Carricante grape. The taste is dry, fresh and balanced. All in all, a fresh wine with an aroma of apples, pears, citrus and flowers.

A light and mild wine that goes well with fish and shellfish, but locally it is enjoyed with the whole meal.

There is also Etna Bianco Superiore that must have a minimum alcohol concentration of 12%.

Potential shelf life: Up to 3 years.

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