Monte Gorna Organic Rosso
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb, pasta alla Norma, aged pecorino cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the steep, volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, the Monte Gorna Organic Rosso is a profound expression of Sicily's unique mountain viticulture. Grown on the ancient, extinct volcanic crater of Monte Gorna at an altitude of around 700 meters, the vines thrive in fertile, mineral-rich black sands. This extreme terroir, coupled with dramatic diurnal temperature swings, imparts a distinct volcanic minerality and vibrant acidity to the wine. Crafted from certified organic grapes, the wine undergoes traditional red vinification followed by careful aging in oak casks and stainless steel, capturing the wild, untamed spirit of the volcano. Folklore often speaks of Etna as a living, breathing giant, and this wine beautifully mirrors that restless energy with its complex, evolving character.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1898 by Francesco Nicosia, Cantine Nicosia is a historic Sicilian estate situated on the eastern slopes of Mount Etna in Trecastagni. Guided by five generations of family ownership, the winery is a passionate ambassador of Sicily's volcanic terroir and native grape heritage, championing certified organic viticulture and modern, sustainable winemaking. The estate is particularly acclaimed for its expressive Monte Gorna cru wines and the sophisticated Sosta Tre Santi collection, which features terroir-driven red and white Etna DOC expressions alongside exceptional Metodo Classico sparkling wines crafted from Carricante and Nerello Mascalese.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Nerello Mascalese 85%, Nerello Cappuccio 15%
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13%