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Structure
Drinking window
Best 2 to 8 years from vintage.
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In the glass
Aroma: citrus blossom, white peach, volcanic mineral, fennel
Palate: lemon, green apple, saline, chalky mineral
Mofete Bianco is the Palmento Costanzo estate white: bright and mineral-driven from organically farmed Carricante on Etna's north slope in Contrada Santo Spirito.
What it pairs with
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Grilled sea bass with olive oil and lemon
Clean mineral character and bright citrus notes are natural companions for delicate grilled fish. -
Sicilian bruschetta with fresh tomato
Bright acidity and fennel notes complement the simplicity of fresh tomato bruschetta. -
Insalata di mare (mixed seafood salad)
The wine's briny mineral and citrus freshness bridge the mixed seafood flavours.
How to serve Palmento Costanzo Mofete Etna Bianco
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Grilled sea bass with olive oil and lemon, Sicilian bruschetta with fresh tomato, Insalata di mare (mixed seafood salad). Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Palmento Costanzo was founded in 2011 by Mimmo and Valeria Costanzo, with the Mofete range introduced from the 2012 vintage as the estate's primary expression. Mofete is the Sicilian term for volcanic fumaroles - a nod to the estate's position on the active volcano. The white draws on organically farmed Carricante and Catarratto from the Santo Spirito contrada.
- 2011: Palmento Costanzo estate founded in Contrada Santo Spirito
- 2012: First Mofete Bianco vintage
Facts
- Producer
- Palmento Costanzo · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Carricante (80%), Catarratto (20%)
- Classification
- Etna Bianco DOC
- Oak
- Stainless steel on fine lees
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- €22-35 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-8 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2012
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Frequently asked about Palmento Costanzo Mofete Etna Bianco
What does Palmento Costanzo Mofete Etna Bianco taste like?
On the nose, citrus blossom, white peach, volcanic mineral, fennel. On the palate, lemon, green apple, saline, chalky mineral. Structurally light-bodied, low tannins, racy acidity with a crisp, mineral, saline finish. Mofete Bianco is the Palmento Costanzo estate white: bright and mineral-driven from organically farmed Carricante on Etna's north slope in Contrada Santo Spirito.
When should I drink Palmento Costanzo Mofete Etna Bianco?
Drink 2-8 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Palmento Costanzo Mofete Etna Bianco?
Grilled sea bass with olive oil and lemon is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Sicilian bruschetta with fresh tomato and Insalata di mare (mixed seafood salad). Clean mineral character and bright citrus notes are natural companions for delicate grilled fish.
What grapes are in Palmento Costanzo Mofete Etna Bianco?
The blend is Carricante (80%), Catarratto (20%). The wine is classified as Etna Bianco DOC.
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