Style
White
Type

Still

Winemaker

Paolo Caciorgna

Appellation

Etna

Varieties

Carricante, Catarratto, Inzolia, Minella

Viticulture

Vines are albarello bush trained of North/Northeast exposure at 750 meters of elevation in the Comune di Castiglione di Sicilia e Randazzo at an altitude of 750 meters (2250 feet) above sea level. Plant density is 8000 per hectare, yielding 6000 kilos per Ha.

Farming

Organic

Terroir

Black soils of deep, porous volcanic ash with traces of sand, rich in minerals.

Vineyard

Carricante 90%, 10% other native white varieties (Inzolia, Minnella, Catarratto).

Vinification

Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel. No malolactic fermentation.

Aging

Aged in stainless steel for 7 months followed by 3 months in bottle.

Available Sizes (L)

0.750

Distribution Area

Delaware, National, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania

Tech Sheets

Tasting Note

Delicate citrus aromas combine with floral notes. A harmonious palate that is dry, fresh and mineral. Persistent finish with excellent drinkability. Guardoilvento pairs well with fish dishes, as an appetizer or second course. With fried fish, but also swordfish, amberjack, anchovies and tuna. In addition to pasta dishes with vegetables and saffron risotto. ~ Paolo Caciorgna, owner/winemaker