Sweet candied cherries, crushed flowers, spices and anise are some of the notes that emerge from the 2009 Etna Rosso Erse. This pretty, feminine red is quite typical of the wines of the Etna. Ideally it is enjoyed sooner rather than later. The Erse is 80% Nerello Mascalese and 20% Nerello Cappuccio. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014.
I have been following Tenuta di Fessina for several years. These are the first wines that begin to capture the promise shown by the early wines. The estate is owned by Federico Curtaz, who first achieved recognition as Angelo Gaja's long-time agronomist.
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