2023 Monteleone - Etna Bianco DOC Anthemis (750ml)

The 2023 Monteleone Etna Bianco DOC Anthemis delivers a direct reflection of Sicily’s volcanic slopes through pure 100% Carricante. Grown across high-elevation sites near Sant’Alfio and in the Contrada Cuba zone, the vineyards benefit from cooling Ionian Sea breezes and mineral-rich basalt soils. Fruit is hand-harvested in the early morning, gently pressed, and allowed to settle naturally before fermenting in temperature-controlled stainless steel. Six months on the fine lees with weekly bâtonnage adds structure to the wine while preserving its native acidity, followed by additional bottle refinement before release.

Poured out, Anthemis shows a pale straw color with immediate notes of white blossom and citrus zest. Those aromatics translate to ripe yellow fruit on the palate, framed by a sharp acid line and a clean, saline finish that highlights Etna’s high-altitude terroir. The wine’s crisp structural balance makes it highly practical for everyday dining. It cuts through rich preparations like grilled swordfish, mirrors the saltiness of fried seafood, and provides enough brightness to enhance lean proteins such as roast chicken. Enjoy this transparent, site-specific white immediately as it navigates seasonal menu transitions.