Lenza di Munti 720 Bianco
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 4 years from the vintage release to appreciate its fresh volcanic minerality and vibrant acidity.
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Grilled sea bass, seafood pasta, vegetable tempura
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Hailing from the high-altitude volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, Cantine Nicosia's Lenza di Munti 720 takes its name from the traditional lava-stone terraces (lenze) and the precise elevation of 720 meters above sea level where these vines thrive. This Etna Bianco is a brilliant expression of mountain viticulture, shaped by the extreme diurnal temperature shifts and fertile, mineral-rich black volcanic sands of the volcano. The wine is crafted from indigenous Sicilian varieties, primarily Carricante and Catarratto, which are vinified in stainless steel and aged on the fine lees to preserve their vibrant, pristine character. The result is a white wine of striking tension, marked by intense flinty minerality, wild wildflower aromas, and a distinct saline finish that echoes the coastal breezes of eastern Sicily.
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Founded in 1898 by Francesco Nicosia, Cantine Nicosia is a historic family-owned winery located in Trecastagni on the eastern slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy. Today, under the stewardship of Carmelo Nicosia and his sons, the estate champions sustainable and organic viticulture across its high-altitude volcanic vineyards, particularly on the ancient Monte Gorna crater. The winery is highly renowned for its expressive Etna DOC wines crafted from indigenous varieties like Nerello Mascalese and Carricante, as well as its elegant Sosta Tre Santi Metodo Classico sparkling wines.