Palmento Costanzo Brut Rosè Etna doc Metodo Classico

Production area:
Palmento Costanzo Brut Rosè Etna DOC Metodo Classico is produced in the renowned area of C.da Santo Spirito, Passopisciaro, on the slopes of Mount Etna, Sicily. This area is famous for its unique location and climatic conditions, which give the wines distinctive and inimitable characteristics.

Exposure:
North.

Soil:
The soil consists of volcanic sands, stones and exclusive rocks, typical of the Etna area. This soil gives the wine a unique minerality and complexity, resulting from the volcanic eruptions that shaped the landscape. Volcanic sands allow excellent drainage, preventing water stagnation and promoting optimal vine growth.

Grapes:
Palmento Costanzo Brut Rosè Etna DOC Metodo Classico is made from 100% Nerello Mascalese grapes. This native Sicilian grape variety is known for its ability to best express the characteristics of the Etnean territory. Grapes are cultivated with great care to ensure the highest quality and authenticity.

Breeding system:
The vines are bush-trained, a traditional system supported by chestnut poles. This cultivation method, which has been used for centuries, is ideal for Etna’s climate and soil conditions, allowing the plants to grow optimally. Plants can reach up to 100 years of age, ensuring the production of high-quality grapes with a strong territorial identity.

Strains/Ha:
An average of 7,000 plants per hectare. This high planting density allows for greater competition between vines, which results in better grape quality.

Average yield per hectare:
60 quintals. A low yield that results in grapes with a higher concentration of aromas and flavors.

Harvest:
Harvesting is done manually in early September. This early harvest preserves the natural acidity of the grapes, which is essential for the production of high-quality sparkling wines.

Vinification:
The grapes undergo soft pressing of the whole cluster, and fermentation is temperature-controlled white fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous yeasts. This process allows the fresh aromas and flavors of the grapes to remain intact, enhancing the varietal characteristics of Nerello Mascalese.

Production method:
Refermentation in the bottle according to the Metodo Classico gives the wine a unique complexity and finesse. This method, similar to that used for Champagne, involves a second fermentation in the bottle that develops the fine and persistent perlage.

Refinement:
The wine ages for 20 months on the lees in the bottle, during which it develops complex aromas and an elegant structure. This long aging on the lees is essential to achieve a high-quality wine with a creamy texture and refined perlage.

Dosage:
Brut, which means the wine has a low residual sugar content, making it particularly fresh and suitable for multiple food pairings.

Tasting:
Palmento Costanzo Brut Rosè Etna DOC Metodo Classico has a soft pink color, bright and luminous. On the nose, there is a refined bouquet with notes of small red fruits such as wild strawberries, raspberries and currants, accompanied by delicate nuances of citrus and white flowers. In the mouth, the wine is fresh and lively, with a balanced structure and pleasant creaminess. The fine and persistent perlage gives a feeling of elegance and lightness, while the long aromatic persistence leaves the palate clean and satisfied.

This sparkling wine represents the essence of Etna’s volcanic territory, combining tradition and innovation in each bottle. Palmento Costanzo Brut Rosè Etna DOC Metodo Classico is ideal for toasting on special occasions, accompanying refined aperitifs or pairing with light and delicate dishes such as sushi, fish carpaccio, gourmet salads and seafood. Discover the elegance and freshness of this unique wine and be won over by its timeless appeal.