{"product_id":"2023-salvo-foti-aurora-etna-bianco-superiore","title":"2023 Salvo Foti 'Aurora' Etna Bianco Superiore","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAurora is a high-altitude Etna Bianco from the eastern slope of Mount Etna in the Contrada Caselle (Milo), at around 750 metres above sea level. The name “Aurora” (meaning \"dawn\") also refers to a small native butterfly depicted on the label, currently at risk of extinction, symbolising the estate’s close connection to its volcanic environment. The vineyard is cultivated entirely by hand, with organic practices and no use of biotechnology or systemic treatments, while cellar operations such as racking and bottling follow lunar phases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine is sourced from the “Aurora” vineyard, planted on volcanic soils rich in ash, pumice, and layered tuffs, with vines trained in traditional Alberello Etneo supported by chestnut stakes. The blend is 90% Carricante and 10% Minnella Bianca, harvested in the second half of October. Fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts via pied de cuve after gentle whole-cluster pressing and natural settling. The wine then refines for six months in stainless steel, with minimal intervention, natural clarification, and light filtration only at bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, it shows a bright, luminous straw-yellow colour. The nose is refined and vertical, with aromas of citrus zest, green apple, white flowers, and subtle herbal notes, underpinned by a distinct volcanic minerality. On the palate, it is precise, saline, and energetic, with vibrant acidity and a linear, focused structure that reflects its altitude and volcanic origin. The finish is long, clean, and deeply mineral.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect with raw seafood, shellfish, grilled fish, and fresh Mediterranean cuisine, this wine expresses the tension and purity of high-altitude Etna white wines, combining elegance with volcanic energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe: 8–10 °C\u003cbr\u003eDrink: 2024–2030\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bricchi and Barrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47728940351639,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0722\/2899\/5223\/files\/aurora.png?v=1779757154","url":"https:\/\/bricchiandbarrett.com.au\/products\/2023-salvo-foti-aurora-etna-bianco-superiore","provider":"Bricchi and Barrett","version":"1.0","type":"link"}