Sosta Tre Santi Brut Metodo Classico
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Oysters, seafood tempura, aged pecorino cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Sosta Tre Santi, meaning 'The Stop of the Three Saints,' pays homage to the local patron saints Alfio, Filadelfo, and Cirino, who according to legend rested in the historic town of Trecastagni on the slopes of Mount Etna during their journey. Crafted on the high-altitude volcanic terraces of the ancient Monte Gorna crater, this Metodo Classico sparkling wine is a brilliant expression of the indigenous Carricante grape. The vines thrive in mineral-rich black volcanic sands, absorbing the unique character of Etna's terroir. Following a meticulous hand-harvest, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle and is aged on its lees for at least 20 to 24 months. This traditional method coaxes out complex autolytic notes of toasted brioche and wild Mediterranean herbs, beautifully balanced by the vibrant, saline acidity characteristic of Etna's high-elevation white wines.
🍾 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
Carricante
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12.5%