Nerello Mascalese

Italian grape variety · Red · Indigenous

Nerello Mascalese

Nerello Mascalese is the leading grape of Etna: grown at altitude on the slopes of the Sicilian volcano, it produces elegant wines compared to Burgundy for their finesse.

Characteristics and history

Nerello Mascalese is the leading grape of Etna Rosso DOC. Grown on lava soils up to 1,000 metres in altitude, it produces wines of elegant structure, sustained acidity, fine tannins and an ethereal profile of raspberry, violet, spices and volcanic minerality. A Burgundian style in Sicily.

Regions where Nerello Mascalese grows

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