Benanti is one of the pioneering estates of Mount Etna and a benchmark producer of Etna Rosso. Sourced from high-elevation volcanic vineyards on the slopes of Europe's most active volcano, the 2021 Etna Rosso combines Burgundian elegance with the mineral intensity that defines Sicily's most celebrated appellation.
Professional Ratings
| Critic |
Rating |
| Wine Enthusiast |
92 Points |
| Wine Spectator |
91 Points |
| CellarTracker Community |
88.7 Points |
Tasting Profile
Aromatics
- Red cherry and wild strawberry
- Cranberry
- Hibiscus and dried flowers
- Fennel and Mediterranean herbs
- Volcanic earth
- Crushed stone minerality
Palate
- Medium-bodied and elegant
- Bright red fruit character
- Vibrant acidity
- Earthy, savory undertones
- Fine, dusty tannins
- Distinct volcanic minerality
Finish
- Long and refreshing
- Lingering cherry, herbs, and mineral notes
- Saline, mouthwatering character
- Classic Etna finesse and tension
Wine Enthusiast noted aromas of cranberries, hibiscus, cherries, fennel, and volcanic earth, while Wine Spectator highlighted black cherry, Earl Grey tea, pepper, and tar-tinged minerality.
Sommelier Presentation Note
2021 Benanti Etna Rosso DOC, Mount Etna
A classic expression of Sicily's volcanic terroir, offering aromas of red cherry, cranberry, hibiscus, fennel, and crushed stone. Elegant and mineral-driven, the palate layers vibrant red fruit with savory earth tones, bright acidity, and fine tannins, culminating in a long, saline finish.
Wine Enthusiast
An earthy, savory nose recalls the volcanic soil of Etna's slopes, while the astringency of cranberries, hibiscus, cherries and fennel provide the sparkle of the Italian sun glinting off the snow. The cherries dance on the palate, but a bitter citrus undertone highlights enduring notes of earth and herbs. Acid buzzes around dusty, chewy tannins. — Danielle Callegari
Volcanic terroir in a glass, Benanti Etna Rosso 2021 is a Nerello Mascalese that embodies the unique character of Mount Etna. This Sicilian red wine offers a captivating blend of red fruit, spice, and a subtle smokiness, a testament to the volcanic soils from which it hails.
