lacking some spark

(from the climats of Les Rouges du Bas and Les Quartiers de Nuits

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

(from vines planted in 1903)

blackberry pie and blackcurrant cordial scents with hints of unsmoked cigars

Graci, Etna Contrada Arcuria Bianco other_regions_italy lacking some sparkThe 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.