Cantine PellegrinoUlysse Etna 2019

Product code: 15515
£17.50 inc VAT
£105.00 / case of 6
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Sicily
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Sicily
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio

Product Notes

Cantine Pellegrino Ulysse Etna is an exquisite Sicilian red wine offering profound flavour complexity. Produced from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grapes cultivated on the volcanic soil of Mount Etna, this wine boasts a harmonious blend of wild berry, spice, and mineral undertones. Its structured, full-bodied palate effortlessly balances its rich flavours with a lively acidity and fine, refined tannins. It is best enjoyed with a generous platter of Italian cuisine, enhancing the savoury nature of the dish. This superb wine certainly represents the characteristic intensity, elegance, and longevity of the renowned Etna region.

Tasting Notes

Colour: ruby red with garnet reflections Aroma: intense and persistent with hints of red fruits and spices. Redcurrant, plum, cloves and vanilla Flavour: dry, soft and well-balanced

About the Winery

Cantine Pellegrino

Situated within the vast expanse of Italy's Sicily, the Cantine Pellegrino winery offers unparalleled indulgence in fine Italian wine. Celebrated as one of the oldest and most respected wineries within the region, its long-standing heritage dates back to 1880. Imbued with an unwavering dedication to maintaining traditional winemaking practices, it is the perfect encapsulation of Sicilian wine culture – rich, steeped in tradition and full of character.

The Pellegrino family’s unwavering mission is preserving and promoting Sicily’s unique enological traditions. Throughout its tenure, the Pellegrino family has amalgamated their passion for viticulture and commitment towards exemplary production standards with the area’s plentiful natural resources.

Spanning more than 300 hectares, the verdant vineyards brim with a variety of high-quality, indigenous grape varieties. From fruity, fresh Inzolia grapes to the rich, deep Nero d'Avola, each distinctive variety contributes to the wide range of wines produced at Cantine Pellegrino. The diversity of soil and climate conditions across these vineyards is reflected in the complexity and uniqueness of the wines.

The winery's accolades are as varied as their offerings. For instance, their Marsala wine, which is regarded a true classic, has earned them unrivalled prestige among of wine enthusiasts worldwide. Similarly their distinguished Passito di Pantelleria, a favoured dessert wine and their zesty Moscato have likewise established the winery's presence on global connoisseur lists.

Adding to it's charm is the picturesque landscape, this winery delights the eyes as much as the palate. Visitors have the pleasure of basking in the beauty of the scenic vineyards, engaging in immersive wine tours and participating in tutored tastings. Cantine Pellegrino not only offers an exquisite wine experience, rather it invites patrons to step into Sicily’s rich history and tradition, punctuated by the allure of fine wines.

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