At a glance

Producer

Graci

Region

Etna, Sicily, Italy

Grape variety

Nerello Mascalese

Wine type

Rosé

Body

Light-bodied and Crisp

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

€20-€32 (USD $22-$35)

Tasting profile

Not yet released (2024). Typical profile: wild strawberry, blood orange, pink grapefruit, pomegranate, rose petals, volcanic minerality.

Evolution: Loses primary fruit after 2-3 years; gains faint softer notes but no significant tertiary development expected.

At peak: Pure, focused fruit and mineral notes at peak. Fresh, energetic, lightly saline finish typical of Etna rosatos from Nerello Mascalese.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus (Etna volcanic soils give crisp acidity)

Tannins

Very low

Alcohol

Typically 12.0-13.0% ABV

Aging potential

Best young (1-3 years), can hold freshness up to 4 years in optimal storage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2027

Optimal window

2025 to 2028

Current status

Too Young (not yet released; likely in barrel/tank as of mid-2024)

Current condition

Not available for review; expected to be fresh and vibrant upon release

Etna rosato wines are prized for early-drinking vibrancy and minerality, best enjoyed young to capture their aromatic lift and crisp profile. Graci's style highlights clarity and precision, but this is not a rosé for extended cellaring.

Food pairing

Excellent with Sicilian seafood dishes, grilled tuna, fresh sheep’s milk cheese, caponata, salads with citrus, or Mediterranean appetizers.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Graci champions organic vineyard practices (no synthetic chemicals); low-intervention winemaking; dry-farmed bush vines; natural cover crops to prevent erosion; reduced energy and water use in winery; lightweight, recyclable glass; minimal packaging; gravity flow for some cellar operations.

Graci is recognized as a regional leader in sustainable and organic viticulture on Etna. The estate avoids synthetic pesticides, utilizes traditional bush-trained vines that require less irrigation, and prioritizes biodiversity. Packaging is lightweight, and local sourcing is emphasized. International logistics are necessary for global distribution but the winery's mostly local/regional sales and renewable methods deliver a high overall sustainability score.