Tenuta di Fessina
ROVITTELLO | CATANIA
SICILIA
| Founded: | 2007 | |
| Owner: | Silvia Maestrelli | |
| Winemaker: | Giandomenico Negro | |
| Hectares under vines: | 7ha | |
| Altitude above sea level: | 700m to 950m | |
| Average annual production: | 80,000 bottles | |
| Green code: | Low intervention - practicing not certified organic |
WHAT THEY SAY
The aim is to enhance the true expression of our indigenous genotypes through the study of specific terroirs of Etna. A quest through the volcano in order to preserve the traditional craft viticulture and protect the real varietal taste. Everything is worked manually with a very low incidence by human hand, the vineyard has just what it needs, it’s a rural project linked to our vineyard quality. Fessina is a mirror on Etna traditional viticulture; for this reason, we cover all the Etna D.O.C. certification area, in North East with Contrada Rovittello, the core of everything and cradle of Il Musmeci Riserva made just by the oldest Nerello Mascalese grapes of the estate. South in Biancavilla, the oldest geological area of Etna for Carricante, A’Puddara grows at 900 meters for the best vertical and punchy expression of this grape. Milo on east in to the core of Etna Bianco Superiore for the best round and complex Carricante’s of Etna. With this imaginary ring around the Volcano, Fessina is able to give a portrait of unique terroirs and expressions, with the true mindset of total respect and protection of Etna heritage.
WHAT WE SAY
Silvia Maestrelli has not only shown incredible determination and persuasive skills to purchase the Estate (the 7ha were originally owned by 17 families living as far as New York) but also a great talent in choosing the winemakers for her project. First, Federico Curtaz (ex Gaja) then Giandomenico Negro (ex Benanti) have given Fessina all the necessary expertise to produce wines that are a superb expression of the volcanic terroir. The minerality fizzes through the wines. The whites are superb, concentrated and elegant. The reds, characterful and expressive.
WHAT OTHERS SAY
Etna Rosso Erse 2017 points 93 points James Suckling
Sliced strawberries with clove and floral aromas and some lava notes. Full body,firm, silky tannins and a chewy texture. Shows intensity and focus.
WINES AVAILABLE
WHITES:
Erse Etna Bianco DOC
A`Puddara Etna Bianco DOC (100% Carricante)
Il Musmeci Etna Bianco Superiore Contrada Caselle DOC (100% Carricante)
REDS:
Erse Etna Rosso DOC
Laeneo Nerello Cappuccio IGT
Il Musmeci Etna Rosso Riserva DOC (Nerello Mascalese 100%)