Ciro Biondi "Pianta" 2020 Etna Bianco

Coming from a single 2.5-hectare vineyard owned by the Biondi family since at least 1800, the name ‘Pianta’ means ‘to plant’ in Sicilian dialect. The vineyard lies on the side of a steep terraced crater, dating back thousands of years. The supporting dry-stone walls were built by Cirino Biondi, Ciro's grandfather. This is a blend of mostly Carricante, with support from Minella, Malvasia, Catarrato, and Moscatello dell'Etna. The juice is fermented in oak and then aged for 10 months iin neutral 225L barrels for 10months on the lees. The oak fermentation and aging makes for a complex, pretty, heady white wine with notes of yellow flowers, apricot, and herbs. It is round, lush, and mineral-driven and pairs beeautifully with seafood or roast chicken. An interesting wine to show CA Chardonnay drinkers who want to try something new. Importer Notes