Benanti Terre Siciliane Rosso Nerello Cappuccio 2021 NO20231018 black fruit

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A boldly bitter Italian aperitivo from one of Italy's oldest distilleries

and disgorged to order so it shows up fresh instead of tired

fruit-forward Pinot Noir from the sun-drenched terroirs of the Côte Chalonnaise

Benanti Terre Siciliane Rosso Nerello Cappuccio 2021 NO20231018 black fruitFrom 900 meters on Mount Etna's southwestern slope, Giuseppe Benanti harvests Nerello Cappuccioan ancient local grape used for centuries in this region. Hand picked, fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel, and bottle aged, this wine reveals spices, herbs, and red fruit with a smooth, dry finish. A window into Etna's volcanic soul and the native grapes that define the mountain's character.