Alizée

Italy, Sicily, Etna, Etna DOC
Bottle
Identity
Producer Theresa Eccher
Vol 0.75
Grapes Carricante, Catarratto
Color white
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Color Desc pale straw yellow with a faint greenish edge, showing a premature golden hue
Palate bright acidity, medium body, crisp mineral backbone, elegant texture, balanced citrus fruit with a subtle stone-fruit roundness, clean tannic-free mouthfeel, precise mid-palate that blooms with herbal freshness, and a silky, cohesive finish
Finish long, mineral-driven finish with lingering notes of lemon zest, sea-air, and a subtle saline after-taste that recalls the volcanic soil
Food Pairing grilled fish, fresh ricotta, seafood, delicate risotto, white meats, soft goat cheese, light pasta with lemon-herb sauce
Serving Temp 12 - 16
Aging Potential 3–5 years, preserving its mineral freshness
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
ABV % 12.5
Aging Process stainless steel tank, no oak aging, short bottle aging of about 10 months (average) as typical for Etna Bianco, according to producer description for similar wines in the region
Fermentation temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats at about 18 °C, using indigenous yeast
Terroir
Altitude (m) 700-900 m
Soil volcanic soil, sand and volcanic ash
Vine Age 15-20 years
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Hand-harvested, de-stemmed and soft-pressed
Interesting facts
The wine is named after the steady winds (Alizé) that flow from the north-west over Mt. Etna, reflecting the fresh, maritime character of the wine.