Ypsilon IGT 2021

Wine Description for Ypsilon IGT 2021 from Tenuta di Castellaro

Character

A red volcanic wine of fascinating transparency and vibrant freshness. The Ypsilon combines dark, juicy fruit with a fine, salty texture and a smoky-mineral depth that dispenses with heavy oak notes. At a moderate 13.0% ABV, it displays a refreshing, understated elegance that is perceptibly shaped by the Mediterranean island fire.

Terroir & Origin

Grown on the Piana di Castellaro on the Aeolian Island of Lipari, roughly 350 metres above sea level. The terroir is marked by extreme, heroic conditions: A unique soil mix of pumice, obsidian and kaolin retains minerality and imparts clarity to the wines. Sea breezes and volcanic rock create a unique microclimate north-east of Sicily.

Grape Variety & Vinification

This red cuvée brings together the leading Sicilian grape variety Nero d’Avola with the historically rooted varieties Corinto Nero (Korinthiaki) and Alicante. The vines are cultivated traditionally using the ancient, free-standing Albarello system (bush-vine training) by certified organic manual labor. In the bioclimatic cellar, the team led by oenologist Emiliano Falsini works gently using gravity to preserve the pure, unadulterated fruit of the volcanic grapes.

Food Pairings

Thanks to its fresh acid structure and mineral grip, this wine is a versatile partner at the dining table. It pairs brilliantly with braised caponata vegetables, seared tuna with a herb crust, pasta with sardines or classic salsiccia with fennel seeds.