Etna Bianco

The nose is smoky and spicy, like lemon drizzled over grilled chicken, with bright herbal notes of saffron and tarragon providing levity. A citrusy saltiness defines the palate, while a continued herbaceousness provides warmth without sacrificing the freshness.

The Benanti family have been making Etna wines since the late 1800s. Guiseppe Benanti established the current winery in 1988 when the fashion was making wine with international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. He dabbled with those varieties then decided to focus solely on native varieties like this Carricante. It is fresh and lively with citrusy, lemon drop flavors. On the palate it is round and juicy with flavors of peach, citrus and green apple with floral notes, and a very long finish. It is a welcome companion with fresh lemon sole fillets or sashimi.