Tenuta delle Terre Nere

Tenuta delle Terre Nere is a renowned Sicilian wine estate located on the slopes of Mount Etna. The estate began its journey in 2002 and has since become a benchmark for wineries on the Etna, creating wines that showcase the unique terroir of the volcanic landscape. This vineyard is situated in one of the highest regions in Sicily, where the altitude ranges from 1960 to 3280 feet. The vines, many of which are pre-phylloxera, are planted in volcanic soils, producing exceptional wines that reflect the area’s distinct character.

The Tenuta delle Terre Nere vineyards encompass 55 hectares across four subregions on Mount Etna, with steep and undulating slopes that require manual farming practices. These vineyards are planted with a variety of vines, including old goblet vines that date back over 100 years. The estate’s farming practice is sustainable, ensuring that they cultivate and grow their grapes with minimal intervention, allowing the land to produce authentic, high-quality wines. Their commitment to manual farming on terraces highlights the dedication to preserving the traditional winemaking methods of the region.

At the heart of the estate’s winemaking team is the experienced Marco de Grazia, the owner and winemaker of Tenuta delle Terre Nere, who has been a pioneer in the region. Alongside his team, they craft wines that are a true expression of the Mount Etna terroir. The wines are aged in barrels, often French barriques, allowing the wines to develop a balanced and structured style that is both elegant and long-lasting.

Tenuta delle Terre Nere produces a wide variety of wines, each reflecting the uniqueness of their individual vineyard plots. Their Etna Rosso is a flagship wine, known for its perfumed aromas, spicy notes, and gripping tannins. This blend of Nerello Mascalese and small portions of Nerello Capuccio is barrel-aged and offers a firm yet ethereal balance that wine lovers treasure. Other notable wines in their portfolio include the Etna Bianco, made predominantly from Carricante, Catarratto, Inzolia, and Grecanico. These whites are known for their floral and lifted aromas, with a fresh and balanced profile.

Since its inception, Tenuta delle Terre Nere has released a range of prestigious wines, including single-vineyard selections that highlight the high-altitude plots and volcanic soils of the estate. Their wines offer a unique, structured style that has become synonymous with the best of Etna wines.

Experience the Tenuta delle Terre Nere difference by purchasing their outstanding wines online or in-store at Famelounge. Improve your wine collection with the exceptional Etna Rosso Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Etna Bianco Terre Nere, and the Prephylloxera La Vigna di Don Peppino. Dive into the world of Sicilian winemaking and enjoy these celebrated wines, available at Famelounge.

The Tenuta delle Terre Nere winery is famous for its meticulous attention to detail in cultivating grapes on the tenuta vineyards. These vines thrive in the volcanic soils of Mount Etna, allowing the winery to create truly exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroir.

Among the standout wines is the Tenuta Terre Nere Etna Rosso, a balanced and elegant red wine that captures the essence of the region. With its gripping tannins and floral aromas, the Etna Rosso Terre Nere continues to gain admiration from wine enthusiasts around the world.

The Tenuta delle Terre Nere Etna Rosso is a signature blend made primarily from indigenous Nerello Mascalese grapes. Aged in barriques, this wine offers a spicy, perfumed profile that highlights the winery’s dedication to producing authentic, structured wines with lasting quality.

The Terre Nere Winery is a true pioneer of the Etna Rosso Terre Nere style. Their careful, manual farming practices and commitment to sustainable methods result in some of the finest expressions of Etna wines available, making them a must-try for collectors.