2022 Frank Cornelissen "Munjebel VA" Terre Siciliane Rosso

Notes

The Frank Cornelissen "Munjebel VA" Terre Siciliane Rosso is a natural red wine made from Nerello Mascalese, a grape variety indigenous to Mount Etna. The "VA" in the name stands for "Volcano Altitude," highlighting the high-altitude vineyards on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, where this wine is sourced. The volcanic soils and altitude lend the wine its distinct mineral and earthy profile. Known for its vibrant and complex character, Munjebel VA typically displays aromas of red cherries, spices, and herbs, with underlying notes of earth and volcanic minerals. The wine is medium-bodied with fine tannins, balanced acidity, and a long finish that reflects Cornelissen's minimalist winemaking approach. Produced with little to no intervention, this wine is unfiltered and unsulfured, showcasing the raw purity of the Etna terroir. It’s a bold yet elegant wine that captures the essence of natural winemaking on Sicily’s famed volcanic slopes.