Girolamo Russo Feudo di Mezzo Etna Rosso, Sicily, Italy 2022 Cave Alain Renardat-Fache The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc Cuvée

The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc Cuvée Lucia Two Blondes is smoky in the glass

There's plenty of character here

or with anything from the sea

a fresh line of acidity

If youth has a deep red color

Girolamo Russo Feudo di Mezzo Etna Rosso, Sicily, Italy 2022 Cave Alain Renardat-Fache The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc CuvéeComposed primarily of Nerello Mascalese, with less than 5% Nerello Cappuccio, this wine comes from the Feudo di Mezzo contrada in Castiglione di Sicilia, at 670m (2,200 feet) altitude. The grapes are partially destemmed and undergo a 15 day skin maceration before aging for 18 months in 1,000L barrels, enhancing its depth and structure. The 22 vintage showcases more expressive fruit, smoother tannins, and a slightly fuller texture compared to the 21s.