“Terre Nere’s Etna Bianco is one of the best values coming out of Sicily today.” - Eric Guido, Vinous

“Terre Nere is one of the star producers in Etna.” - Jamie Goode

This delectable white from the northern slopes of Mount Etna gently evokes its volcanic origins without taking you on the white-knuckle ride that some of the more dramatic examples can do. It is bright and chic, with subtle, smoky, crumbled stone notes set beautifully against pithy citrus fruits, mandarin, grapefruit, wild flowers and blanched almonds. It has the cool precision of a maritime wine with its flavours coaxed along by a refreshingly tangy acidity, a chalky mineral mouthfeel and a lovely salted nuttiness on the finish. It is a blend of Carricante (60%) with the other 40% made up from indigenous Catarratto, Inzolia, Grecanico and Minnella grapes from 20-60 year old vines grown at 600-900 metres. 12.5% alc. Drink now-2026.

Organic (certified)

The Wine Advocate (previous vintage): “The 2021 Etna Bianco is mostly Carricante with smaller parts Catarratto, Grecanico and Insolia in the blend. The first vintage made back in 2005 was actually a field blend, and the wine became part of the Etna Bianco appellation in 2006. Acreage to Carricante has exploded on Etna these past 10 years. Back then, it represented just 3% of vineyard plantings, Marc De Grazia tells me. "Sicily is a seafood island, so it makes sense," he adds. This expression is clear and tonic with citrusy freshness and lingering mineral tones. Go ahead, try it with the fresh catch of the day. Drink now-2028.” 91 points

Vinous (previous vintage): “The 2021 Etna Bianco opens with a perfumed blend of white flowers, crushed green apples and ginger. This is soft textured with a lovely inner sweetness and ripe orchard fruits that soothe the senses. It leaves a staining of minerality and zesty acids to mingle through the finish, providing a gentle grip and freshness. Terre Nere’s Etna Bianco is one of the best values coming out of Sicily today. Drink now-2025.” 90 points

Customer comments:

“Just love the Etna Bianco” - Mr T.K.

“Delicious!” - Mr. J.C.

“Love the Sicilian white from Terre Nere by the way” - Mr T.B.