Benanti
Pietra Marina Etna Bianco DOC Superiore
Since the very beginning in 1988, Giuseppe Benanti has aspired to demonstrate the high potential of Carricante grown in Milo. And indeed, this wine, whose name recalls volcanic landscapes, flintstones, minerals and saline sea breezes, is now unanimously considered one of the most typical, elegant and age-worthy whites in Italy.
The vines are located in Contrada Rinazzo in the village of Milo, on the eastern slope of Mount Etna. Up to 80 years old, head-trained, short-pruned bush vines grown on small terraces with dry lava-stone wall.
- Region
- Sicily
- Appellation
- Etna Bianco DOC Superiore
- Varietal Composition
- Carricante
- Aging
- 30 months on the fine lees in stainless steel with frequent stirring, until bottling. Refined in the bottle for 12 months.
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
Pale yellow with greenish tints, this wine presents an intense and rich nose, delicate and fruity, with hints of orange blossoms and ripe apple. On the palate, it is dry and mineral, with a pleasant acidity, aromatic persistence, and a distinctive aftertaste of anise and almond.
Decanter
95 Points
2020
"Milo is the only area where Etna Superiore can be produced, demonstrating all of Carricante's potential. An intense bouquet blooms with impressive fragrances ranging from sage to acacia, gunpowder, and a subtle citrus vein. An engaging gustatory dynamic develops on the palate, alternating sapidity and freshness towards a deep and lengthy finish."
— Alessandra Piubello, 2025
Wine Enthusiast
94 Points
2020
"A subtle skein of milled white pepper and fennel seed laces finely woven flavors of poached pear, Meyer lemon peel, lentil and beeswax, plus delicate mountain herb and floral notes. This classy white is backed by statuesque acidity, while a racy streak of petrol, stone and saline pushes through and echoes on the long, zesty finish."
— Alison Napjus, 2026
