From the slopes of Mount Etna, one of the most distinctive and coveted wine regions in
Europe, Al-Cantàra’s wines reflect the soul of the people and the land. Al-Cantàra takes its
name from the river which flows through the municipality of Randazzo where the winery
and the vineyards are located. The 15-hectare vineyard is located at 620 metres above
sea level. All the operations related to the vineyard are carried out with total respect for
the environment. Al Cantàra also means ‘bridge’ in Arabic which emphasises the link with
the Sicilian terroir and symbolises the union between wine, art and poetry. Owner Pucci
Giuffrida is a devotee of fine poetry and for this reason all of the names of the wines are
inspired by the poems by Sicilian authors.

This rare white wine is made from the dark-skinned red variety Nerello Mascalese. The
whole grapes were pressed and vinified reductively with low sulphur content. Fermentation
took place with selected yeasts in stainless steel tanks and lasted for 12 to 14 days at
controlled temperatures of 14 to 18°C. Following fermentation, the wine rested on its fine
lees between four to six months at low temperatures with stirring three times per week to
impart texture and delicate complexity. The wine was made using organic methods and
received three months bottle ageing prior to release.

Grape: Nerello Mascalese

Region Sicily

Country: Italy

ABV: 13%

Vintage: 2024