Etman 2023 Nuzzella

ETMAN 2023 – Terre Siciliane Bianco IGT

Overview

ETMAN 2023 is a Sicilian white wine crafted from 90% Carricante and 10% Catarratto, sourced from 15-year-old vineyards on volcanic soils. Artisanal vinification with spontaneous fermentation and a brief skin contact gives it a fresh, light, and mineral profile. Aging in stainless steel preserves the fruit purity and the typical expression of the Etna terroir. With a limited production of 3,300 bottles, ETMAN reflects the dedication and territorial identity of Nuzzella.

Wine History

The ETMAN project was created to highlight native Etna varieties, focusing on Carricante, emblematic of volcanic soils, and Catarratto, which adds softness and harmony. Organic vineyards are hand-harvested and carefully tended, ensuring respect for the land and premium quality grapes. The result is an approachable white wine with character, immediately recognizable in the glass.

Vineyard Philosophy

Vineyards are managed according to organic viticulture principles, without synthetic chemicals, emphasizing biodiversity and soil sustainability. All vineyard operations are manual, from pruning to harvesting, aiming to select fully ripe grapes that convey minerality, freshness, and structure to the wine.

Winemaking Approach

Vinification involves spontaneous fermentation and a 3-day maceration on the skins, enhancing aroma and structure without over-extraction. Aging occurs entirely in stainless steel, preserving the fruit’s purity and the natural sapidity of the volcanic terroir. No fining or filtration is applied, respecting the authentic and natural character of the wine.

Tasting Notes & Pairings

The wine shows a light, bright straw-yellow color. The nose presents citrus, white flowers, and mineral notes typical of volcanic soils. On the palate, it is fresh, sapid, and smooth, with an elegant, persistent finish. Excellent with raw seafood, fish appetizers, summer salads, and light Mediterranean dishes, enhancing freshness and minerality.

Technical Sheet

• Denomination: Terre Siciliane Bianco IGT

• Variety: 90% Carricante, 10% Catarratto

• Vineyard: 15 years, volcanic soil

• Viticulture: Organic

• Harvest: Manual

• Vinification: Spontaneous fermentation, 3-day maceration on skins

• Aging: Stainless steel

• Fining: No

• Filtration: No

• SO2 Added: None indicated

• Production: 3,300 bottles

Nuzzella – Winery in Piedimonte Etneo

History of the Winery

Nuzzella was founded in 2014 from the dream of Nicola Oteri and his deep passion for the Etna region. Located in Contrada Selmo, Piedimonte Etneo, on the northeast slope of the volcano, the winery began by restoring existing vineyards on 1.6 hectares, planting Nerello Mascalese, Carricante, and Catarratto. The first harvest, in 2015, produced only 2,000 bottles of traditional method sparkling Nerello, marking the start of a path focused on quality and terroir expression. Over time, the winery expanded and now produces about 15,000 bottles annually across six different labels.

Vineyard Philosophy

The vineyards at Nuzzella are trained with a vertical trellis system and cultivated following organic farming principles, without herbicides or synthetic chemicals, except for copper and sulfur when strictly necessary. Work in the vineyard is manual and continuous throughout the year, with careful attention to preserving soil balance and biodiversity. The winery emphasizes native grape varieties, maintaining the genetic integrity of traditional cultivars and a strong connection to the territory.

Approach in the Cellar

Fermentation in the cellar is spontaneous and uncontrolled, respecting the natural development of native yeasts. Every wine aims to faithfully convey the character of the Etna territory, from the white soils of sedimentary rocks eroded by torrents to the black volcanic soils created by lava flows. The result is an authentic expression of local varieties, combining the mineral strength of the volcano with the aromatic complexity of the indigenous grapes.

Unique Terroir

Nuzzella’s terroir is defined by the fusion of two soil types: white, sedimentary soils and black, volcanic soils. This, combined with a climate alternating between mountain and Mediterranean influences depending on the season, gives the wines an extraordinary profile, elegant and mineral, capable of telling the story of the Etna region in every glass.

Vision and Mission

The mission of Nuzzella is to produce natural wines that express the true essence of the Etna territory while respecting nature and local traditions. Each bottle tells the story of the soil, climate, and native grape varieties, offering the consumer a unique and authentic experience where viticulture passion and winemaking art merge in perfect balance.