Francesco Tornatore Sicilia Etna Bianco 2023 DOC
(Sicily, Italy) - [WS 91] [DM 91]

About the Winery:
The Tornatores, one the oldest wine growing families on Mt. Etna, have lived in Sicily since 1680 and trace their Etna grape growing back to 1865. That heritage and the Tornatore’s profound respect and understanding of the land is showcased in wines that capture the essence of Etna, deftly balancing concentrated flavors, complexity, freshness and refinement.

About the Wine:
The Etna Bianco is born from the skillful vinification of the white grape vines Carricante, cultivated in volcanic soils with a high vocation and arranged in terraces at an altitude of 650 meters above sea level, in the northern slope of the volcano. Straw yellow colored wine with light green shadow that offers mineral notes with menthol scents typical of high wines, green apple with primary aromas characteristic of the variety.

Ratings & Reviews

91 Points - Wine Spectator:
"Fragrant with warm spice, graphite and jasmine notes, this shows a creamy plumpness on the palate that's trimmed well by rapierlike acidity. Flavors of Anjou pear, tangerine, almond skin and saffron expand through the racy, mineral-driven finish. Drink now through 2034." - Alison Napjus (Dec 2024)

91 Points - Decanter Magazine:
"Tornatore's Etna Bianco 2023 has a lovely floral character, which winemaker Angelo says he has identified as a vintage characteristic. Lemon verbena, jasmine and a subtle touch of citrus peel introduce a saline palate with fresh and zingy grapefruit pith, wild meadow flowers, and a peachy finish. Really appealing." - James Button (Sep 2024)