Sosta Tre Santi
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from vintage release.
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Roasted lamb, wild boar ragu, aged pecorino cheese
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Sosta Tre Santi represents the pinnacle of Cantine Nicosia's red winemaking, crafted as a tribute to the local heritage of Trecastagni, whose name is historically linked to the 'Three Saints'—Alfio, Filadelfo, and Cirino—who stopped here during their journey. Sourced from high-altitude vineyards on the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna, particularly the ancient Monte Gorna crater, this Etna Rosso Riserva is made from Nerello Mascalese. The vines thrive in dark, mineral-rich volcanic sands, experiencing extreme diurnal temperature shifts that impart remarkable elegance and complexity. The wine undergoes long maceration on the skins and is aged for approximately 24 months in French oak barrels, followed by extensive bottle refinement, resulting in a deeply structured red with notes of wild berries, spices, and volcanic minerality.
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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.