Tornatore Etna Rosato (Rosé) 2024

Tornatore Etna Rosato is a dry rosé from the northern slope of Mount Etna, made from Nerello Mascalese grown on volcanic soil.

Etna is a wine region unlike any other in Italy, a working volcano whose vineyards sit between roughly 400 and 1,000 metres on terraces of black volcanic sand and lava rock, many of them planted to old, bush-trained vines. The Tornatore family farms on the northern flank around Castiglione di Sicilia, in the contrade that give the mountain its most sought-after reds. Nerello Mascalese is the principal red grape here, thin-skinned and late ripening; picked for rosato it gives a pale, dry style that owes much to the altitude and the wide swing between day and night temperatures. Fermentation is cool and in stainless steel, without oak, so the character of the mountain is left to speak for itself.

Serve well chilled, at around 9 degrees, with seafood, charcuterie, grilled vegetables or lighter pasta dishes. Best drunk young.

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Type: Rosé Wine
Style: Crisp, Mineral
Grape Varietal: Nerello Mascalese
Tastes Like: Comparable to a Provençal rosé, with wild strawberries, red currants, and citrus, finishing with refreshing minerality.
Alcohol Percentage: 12.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Sicily, Italy
Terroir: Volcanic soils
Aging: Stainless steel
Serving Temperature: 8-10°C

Tornatore is one of the oldest wineries on Mount Etna, with a heritage deeply rooted in the unique volcanic landscape of Sicily. Renowned for its dedication to preserving traditional winemaking practices, the estate specialises in crafting wines that celebrate the indigenous varieties of the region and the distinctive character of its terroir.

Seafood: Complements grilled prawns, tuna carpaccio, or salmon tartare.
Poultry: Pairs beautifully with herb-roasted chicken or turkey salad.
Vegetarian: Ideal with caprese salad, roasted red peppers, or a vegetable ratatouille.

Ricotta: Fresh and creamy, enhancing the wine's delicate fruit notes.
Pecorino: Salty and savoury, balancing the wine's minerality.
Caciocavallo: Tangy and smooth, complementing the wine's crisp acidity.
Asiago: Mild and nutty, pairing seamlessly with the wine's light body.
Stracciatella: Lush and creamy, amplifying the wine's fresh, fruity profile.

Insalata Caprese (Caprese Salad)

This classic Italian dish with ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil complements the wine's vibrant acidity and delicate fruit flavours.

Ingredients:
- 3 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 250g fresh mozzarella, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:
1. Arrange alternating slices of tomato and mozzarella on a plate.
2. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately with Tornatore Etna Rosato to enhance the wine's fresh and fruity notes.