Benanti
Noblesse "48 Mesi" Metodo Classico Brut Carricante
Noblesse 48 Mesi is crafted from grapes sourced from the eastern and southern slopes of Mount Etna, where the high altitude and abundant sunlight create the perfect conditions for vine growth. The result is a wine that reflects the unique terroir of the region, with a balance of freshness and depth, capturing the essence of Mount Etna's volcanic soils and its distinctive climate. It is a refined and harmonious expression of the local terroir, showcasing both complexity and elegance.
The vineyards are located on the eastern and southern slopes of Mount Etna, planted with the Carricante grape variety. The vines are 20 to 60 years old and trained as bushes or trellised. Vine density is between 6,000 and 7,000 vinestocks per hectare.
- Region
- Sicily
- Appellation
- Terre Siciliane IGT Carricante Spumante Metodo Classico
- Varietal Composition
- Carricante
- Aging
- The wine rests for at least three months.
- Alcohol
- 12%
Pale yellow with bright greenish tints. Numerous, fine and persistent bubbles. Intense nose, delicate scents of orange and lemon flower and ripe apple. Dry, elegant, with a pleasant acidity and nice aromatic persistence.
Wine Enthusiast
94 Points
2018
“A warm, sunny nose balances the richness of butter and toasted nuts with the freshness of yellow apples and acidity of pineapple. On the palate, continued apple notes create a round creaminess that stands its ground against persistent perlage and citrus overtones.”
— Danielle Callegari, 2023
