{"product_id":"serafica-grotta-del-gelo-etna-rosso","title":"Serafica Grotta Del Gelo Etna Rosso","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eSerafica \"Grotta del Gelo\" Etna Rosso 2019\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Southern Soul of the Volcano – Elegance from the \"Cave of Frost\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2019 Grotta del Gelo\u003c\/b\u003e from Serafica is reaching a beautiful point of maturity. Named after one of Etna’s most famous volcanic ice caves (the \"Cave of Frost\"), this wine is a tribute to the unique microclimate of the volcano's \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"244\"\u003eSouthern Slope (Versante Sud)\u003c\/b\u003e. While the Northern slope often gets the most fame, the Southern side—where Serafica’s vineyards sit at a staggering \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"391\"\u003e900 meters above sea level\u003c\/b\u003e—produces wines with a distinct \"luminosity\" and a softer, more floral profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 2019 vintage on Etna was exceptional, characterized by a long, balanced growing season that allowed the Nerello grapes to develop deep aromatics without excessive alcohol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (2026 Perspective)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAt seven years old, the 2019 has moved past its youthful \"crunch\" and is now showing the savory, complex \"Etna character\" that collectors look for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eIntense and Earthy.\u003c\/b\u003e It leads with classic volcanic notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003esmoke, graphite, and flint\u003c\/b\u003e. As it breathes, a bright core of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003eraspberry and wild strawberry\u003c\/b\u003e emerges, accompanied by sophisticated layers of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"209\"\u003edried violet, leather, and Mediterranean herbs (thyme and marjoram)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eSilky and Mineral.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is medium-bodied and \"transparent.\" You’ll find a vibrant acidity that carries flavors of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"131\"\u003esour cherry and pomegranate\u003c\/b\u003e. The tannins are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"176\"\u003epowdery and fine\u003c\/b\u003e, characteristic of the 12 months it spent in large French oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003ePersistent and Saline.\u003c\/b\u003e It concludes with a refreshing \"vertical\" finish, leaving a lingering taste of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"114\"\u003etobacco leaf and crushed stone\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003eEtna DOC, Sicily (Southern Slope, Nicolosi area)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAltitude\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e900m above sea level\u003c\/b\u003e (some of the highest on the volcano)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003eTraditional maceration; aged \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003e12 months in large French oak vats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e13.5% – 14.0%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProfessional Scores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e91 pts\u003c\/b\u003e (Decanter), reflecting its high-altitude precision\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2023 – 2030.\u003c\/b\u003e It is currently in its prime for fruit-to-savory balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThe Southern slope’s wines are known for being slightly more approachable in their youth than the \"tannic giants\" of the North, but they still benefit from air. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"161\"\u003eDecant for 45 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e to let the smoky volcanic notes integrate with the delicate floral aromas. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"258\"\u003eServe at 16°C–18°C\u003c\/b\u003e in a large Burgundy-style glass to allow the Nerello Mascalese to \"breathe.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eIts combination of high acidity and savory depth makes it an incredible partner for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"84\"\u003emushroom risotto\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003egrilled lamb with rosemary\u003c\/b\u003e, or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"133\"\u003epappardelle with wild boar ragu\u003c\/b\u003e. It also pairs beautifully with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14\" data-index-in-node=\"197\"\u003eaged sheep's milk cheeses (Pecorino Siciliano)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122469708150,"sku":"'6419294334236","price":27.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/serafica.png?v=1774258789","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/serafica-grotta-del-gelo-etna-rosso","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}