Alta Mora Etna Rosso

In the glass

Aroma: red cherry, rose, volcanic mineral, herbs

Palate: cherry, medium tannin, saline mineral, fresh finish

Alta Mora's entry Etna Rosso from the Verzella contrada: one of the most accessible and well-priced Etna Rosso expressions from the north slope, showcasing the Cusumano winemaking clarity.

What it pairs with

• Pizza napoletana with Sicilian mozzarella
  Accessible cherry freshness and clean acidity pair well with classic pizza.
• Pasta al pomodoro
  Cherry fruit and volcanic herb notes are a natural match for tomato pasta.
• Grilled sausage with herbs
  Medium body and fresh mineral character complement grilled Sicilian sausage.

History

Cusumano launched Alta Mora as a dedicated Etna label in 2013, with the Verzella contrada on the north slope as the core estate. The first Alta Mora Etna Rosso was produced in 2014, offering a well-priced entry into Etna DOC from one of Sicily's most experienced producers.

1. 2013 — Cusumano establishes Alta Mora brand for the Etna estate
2. 2014 — First Alta Mora Etna Rosso vintage

Facts

Producer

Alta Mora by Cusumano (Etna)

Grapes

Nerello Mascalese

Classification

Etna Rosso DOC

Oak

14 months in large Slavonian oak botti

ABV

13.5%

Price

€20-32 at retail

Drinking window

3-10 from vintage

First vintage

2014

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