Monastra Etna Rosso DOC
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Vintage years so far: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
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Grapes; Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio
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Originating from: Pedara, Sicily
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Alcohol 13,5 % Vol.
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Color: Ruby red with pomegranate reflexes
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Nose: Forrest berries, sour cherries and a hint of wood
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Best with: Red meat, venison, seasoned cheese and pasta-dishes
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Vinification: 12 months in barrique, 12 - 18 months in the bottle. Small production
Monastra Etna Bianco DOC
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Vintage years: 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
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Vines: Carricante
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Originating from: Pedara Sicily
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Alcohol: 13 % Vol.
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Color: Strow-coloured with light-green reflexes
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Nose: Green apples, aniseed and bitter almonds.
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Best as: an aperitif but also along with seafood-pasta and fish
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Vinification: 6 months in barrique, 6 - 12 months in the bottle. Very limited availability