Benanti
Contrada Monte Serra Etna Rosso DOC
The Contrada Monte Serra in the South-Eastern slope is uniquely perched 450 meters above sea level, is cradled in sandy, mineral-rich soil dotted with ancient pumice stones, where century-old Nerello Mascalese is able to develop a singular expression and concentration. Crafted with reverence, this Etna Rosso matures in French oak and stainless steel, harmonizing its volcanic vigor with graceful complexity.
Contrada Monte Serra is within the territory of Viagrande, on the south-eastern flank of Mount Etna. Age and training system of vines ranging from 14 to 100+ years old. Head-trained, shortpruned bush vines. Vine density 9,000 vinestocks per hectare (“alberello”), grown on small terraces with dry lava-stone walls.
- Region
- Sicily
- Appellation
- Etna Rosso DOC
- Varietal Composition
- Nerello Mascalese
- Aging
- Aged for 12 months in French oak tonneaux, followed by time in stainless steel tanks, then refined in bottle for approximately 10 months.
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
The wine color is pale ruby red with light tints of garnet. The scent is ethereal, spicy, with scents of red fruit. The taste and body are dry, medium-to-full bodied, reasonably tannic, balanced and persistent.
James Suckling
95 Points
2024
Complex, with aromas of jasmine, candied lemons, roasted almonds and hints of iodine and sea spray. Creamy yet savory on the palate, showing impressive texture and depth. Marine nuances add another layer, while the focused structure carries through the long, enticing finish. Drink or hold.
— Andrii Stetsiuk, 2026
