{"product_id":"la-gelsomina-etna-rosso","title":"La Gelsomina Etna Rosso","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Gelsomina Etna Rosso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Gelsomina Etna Rosso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an expressive volcanic red from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEtna DOC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on the northeastern slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. Crafted from the indigenous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e grapes, it combines ripe red fruit, savory complexity, mineral character, and refined tannins in a distinctly Sicilian style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruit comes from La Gelsomina's vineyards surrounding the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSanta Venera stream\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where vines grow at approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e520 meters above sea level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in volcanic soils formed through centuries of Etna's eruptions. The combination of lava-derived soils, elevation, and the dramatic environment of Europe's most active volcano gives the wine its characteristic freshness, structure, and mineral personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e La Gelsomina \/ Tenute Orestiadi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Etna DOC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sicily, Italy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nerello Mascalese \u0026amp; Nerello Cappuccio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard Location:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Northeastern slope of Mount Etna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElevation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 520 meters above sea level\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Volcanic lava and clay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry red wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grapes are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eharvested by hand during the final ten days of September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and undergo maceration on their skins to develop aroma, color, and tannin structure. Fermentation takes place under controlled temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing fermentation, the wine spends approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etwo months in stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12–15 months in French Allier oak tonneaux and barriques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It then receives at least \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efour additional months of bottle maturation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrilliant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eruby red with garnet reflections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, showing the classic elegance associated with Etna's native red varieties.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant and expressive, opening with aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe cherry, wild strawberry, cranberry, and red berries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Layers of balsamic herbs, delicate spice, vanilla, subtle smoke, and volcanic earthiness develop with air.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium to full in structure with an appealing combination of ripe red fruit and vibrant acidity. Cherry and berry flavors are complemented by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esavory herbs, spice, mineral notes, and subtle oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The tannins are polished yet structured, giving the wine both freshness and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersistent and refined, with lingering red fruit, balsamic spice, vanilla, and a distinctive stony, volcanic character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Gelsomina Etna Rosso captures the unique personality of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMount Etna terroir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Nerello Mascalese provides perfume, acidity, red-fruit character, and structure, while Nerello Cappuccio contributes additional color, softness, and fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended maturation in French oak gives the wine greater depth and roundness without obscuring its volcanic identity. The result is a harmonious, savory, and elegant Sicilian red with enough structure for hearty foods while maintaining the freshness that makes Etna wines so distinctive. The producer describes the wine as full and harmonious, with ripe red-fruit, balsamic, and vanilla characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrilled lamb, roasted beef, braised short ribs, wild game, veal, pork, mushroom dishes, tomato-based pasta, eggplant Parmesan, aged Pecorino, and other mature cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe producer particularly recommends pairing it with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ered meats, game, mutton, and flavorful cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Serving Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60–64°F (16–18°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat grapes are used in La Gelsomina Etna Rosso?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a blend of the native Sicilian varieties \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere is La Gelsomina Etna Rosso produced?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt comes from vineyards on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enortheastern slope of Mount Etna in Sicily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, within the Etna DOC appellation. The estate's vineyards surround the Santa Venera stream.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does La Gelsomina Etna Rosso taste like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eripe cherry, strawberry and red berries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, accompanied by balsamic herbs, spice, vanilla, subtle smoky notes, and volcanic minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs La Gelsomina Etna Rosso aged in oak?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. After approximately two months in stainless steel, the wine is matured for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12–15 months in French Allier oak tonneaux and barriques\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, followed by at least four months in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs La Gelsomina Etna Rosso dry?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is a dry red wine with vibrant acidity, balanced tannins, ripe fruit, savory complexity, and mineral character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Etna Rosso distinctive?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEtna Rosso is strongly influenced by Mount Etna's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003evolcanic soils, elevation, native grape varieties, and significant temperature variations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These conditions help produce wines known for fragrant red fruit, freshness, fine tannins, savory complexity, and mineral character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShould La Gelsomina Etna Rosso be decanted?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAllowing the wine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20–30 minutes of air\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before serving can help reveal more of its red-fruit, spice, balsamic, and mineral aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vintage imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524621828344,"sku":"80400","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/Etna-Rosso-DOC-75-cl-La-Gelsomina-Tenute-Orestiadi-bottle-of-italy.webp?v=1790462172","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/la-gelsomina-etna-rosso","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}