The floral element comes back strong on the mineral-driven finish

mineral reduction and a plethora of floral wisps

layered and multidimensional

Long and penetrating and complemented by a pretty pinpoint mousse

" This was the first year the estate used its new optical sorter

Graci, Etna Contrada Arcuria Bianco other_regions_italy The floral element comes backThe 2014 Etna Bianco Arcura shows a more oxidative style. The wine is aged in large oak casks. Apricot, honey and toasted nut emerge from the bouquet, with butterscotch and candied fruit at the back. The wine reveals a creamy consistency and makes a very nice impact in the mouth. Because of those advanced aromas, I am suggesting a slightly shorter drinking window than I otherwise would have assigned to this Carricante based white.