Monte Gorna Riserva
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release, when its structured tannins soften and reveal intricate tertiary notes of leather, spice, and dried herbs.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted rack of lamb, slow-cooked wild boar ragù, aged pecorino cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the steep, terraced slopes of Monte Gorna, an ancient extinct crater on the eastern flank of Mount Etna, this Riserva embodies the dramatic, fiery spirit of Sicilian viticulture. The vines thrive in fertile, mineral-rich volcanic sands at altitudes of around 700 meters, where intense sunlight and cool mountain nights foster slow, balanced ripening. According to local lore, these volcanic slopes have been blessed by the gods since antiquity, with the fertile black ash of the volcano providing a unique life force to the indigenous vines. Crafted from a meticulous selection of hand-harvested grapes, the wine undergoes extended aging in French oak casks followed by further refinement in the bottle. This patient process yields a deeply complex red characterized by elegant wild berry aromas, flinty minerality, and a subtle, smoky undertone reminiscent of its volcanic origin.
🍾 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 90%, Nerello Cappuccio 10%
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5%