MANDRAROSSA FIANO COSTA DUNE

Founded in 1999, Mandrarossa is the creation of Cantine Settesoli, one of the world's largest wine producers. Boasting a premium range of estate-bottled wines, Mandrarossa is part of 's largest wine producer and co-operative formed by 2,000 members. Located in the historic town of Menfi, in the southwest corner of this idyllic Mediterranean island, Mandrarossa is the high quality project of Cantine Settesoli and comes from the selection of the ideal terroir for each varietal. Mandrarossa is a clear and genuine expression of Sicily’s wine growing heritage. Its lie in a unique and pristine land particularly well suited to .

The making of these wines began by mapping every parcel of for aspect, gradient and altitude so that the ideal terroir for each varietal could be selected for planting. Thus, from the outset, every chosen parcel could be traced and monitored, from to bottling. The wines resulting from these rigorous efforts were proudly introduced under the Mandrarossa name.

“The character of Mandrarossa brand is innovative and modern”

PRODUCTION AREA Country: Region: Sicily Appellation: Sicilia DOC

The MandraRossa estate vineyards in the town of Menfi and the Terre Sicane district in southwestern Sicily. Sourced from vineyards first planted in 1989 at an altitude between 650 – 820 feet above sea level.

GRAPE VARIETIES 100% Fiano

PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES The are manually harvested in mid-August. The grapes are de-stemmed and the resultant must is rapidly chilled to 46˚F on its way to the press. Some portions of the fruit are given skin contact in order to extract flavor and body. After a very gentle press, the juice is cold settled prior to fermentation with selected yeasts at 59 – 64˚F in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks.

AGING Maturation and storage in stainless steel tanks on yeast lees prior to preparation for bottling. Some portions of the blend generally undergo a period of extended lees contact and in-tank battonage or agitation of the lees in order to enhance the body and creamy texture of the wine.

DESCRIPTION Color: Brilliant pale yellow with hints of green Aroma: A lovely nose of ripe tropical fruits and citrus aromas Taste: Medium-bodied, crisp and exotic with flavors of ripe tropical fruits and citrus with an elegant balance.

ANALYSIS Analysis: Alc: 13.5% TA: 5.3 g/L pH: 3.3

SERVING SUGGESTIONS Excellent with appetizers, seafood platters, light pasta dishes, chicken and grilled vegetables.

BOTTLE SIZES 750 ml

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