Alfio Cosentino Vigna Don Paolo Etna Bianco Superiore 2021

I Custodi Pistus Etna Rosso 2021

I Custodi Aedes Etna Bianco 2022

Cult rosato from fastidious experimentalist Frank Cornelissen, made from a blend of Malvasia, Moscadella, Insolia and Nerello Mascalese, from vineyards scattered across the side of Mt Etna. This year's iteration is delightfully refreshing with red fruit aromatics, some spice and of course, volcanic minerality. Having been transfixed by the distinctive features of the region's wines, the Belgian native decided to lease a few vineyards on Etna's volcanic slopes, and eventually purchased his first plot there in 2001. Cornelissen has since become a hugely influential winemaker in the region, working to a strict minimal intervention philosophy in both the vineyard and winery. Both red and white wines are made with traditional Sicilian varieties which undergo lengthy macerations on skins, before being bottled without filtration or sulphur additions.

Frank Cornelissen Susucaru Rosato 2022

An absolute standout blend of Grecanico Dorato & Carricante (as is to be expected!) with that pure Etna sense of place.

Frank Cornelissen Munjebel Bianco 2021

A fantastic sidestep for Gamay drinkers! Vibrant and light in the glass with plenty of red berried character that lends itself nicely to a light chill. Fruit for this wine was only macerated overnight but there's no shortage of sandy tannin here!

Emilio Sciacca Rossobrillo Nerello Mascalese 2019

Young vine Nerello Mascalese from Sicily's inimitable Mt Etna, showcasing an effortless marriage of vibrant fruit expression and rustic, volcanic minerality. Succulent cherries, terracotta earth, licorice, and tar with savoury tannins and an incredible line of acid.

Calabretta Gaio Gaio Nerello Mascalese 2020

Cult rosato from fastidious experimentalist Frank Cornelissen, made from a blend Malvasia, Moscato Nero, Inzolia, Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Capuccio, from vineyards scattered across the side of Mt Etna. This year's iteration is delightfully refreshing with red fruit aromatics, some spice and of course, volcanic minerality. Having been transfixed by the distinctive features of the region's wines, the Belgian native decided to lease a few vineyards on Etna's volcanic slopes, and eventually purchased his first plot there in 2001. Cornelissen has since become a hugely influential winemaker in the region, working to a strict minimal intervention philosophy in both the vineyard and winery. Both red and white wines are made with traditional Sicilian varieties which undergo lengthy macerations on skins, before being bottled without filtration or sulphur additions.

Frank Cornelissen Susucaru Rosato Magnum 2021

Frank Cornelissen Susucaru Rosato 2021

Breathtakingly pure and layered with volcanic complexity, we absolutely love this wine from the legendary Salvo Foti. Textural with lemon and rind, long mealy character and saline minerality—it's fresh, tense and unforced Carricante.

Alfio Cosentino Vigna Don Paolo Etna Bianco Superiore 2018

Frank Cornelissen stumbled upon Sicily's unique terroir after a chance outing to a restaurant where he tried local wines from Mt Etna. Transfixed by the distinctive features of the region's wines, the Belgian winemaker decided to lease a few vineyards on Etna's volcanic slopes, and eventually purchased his first plot there in 2001. A fragrant red field blend with plenty of personality. Structural and full of volcanic character, this blend is predominately Nerello Mascalese with a combination of five local varietals coming from old vine vineyards.

Frank Cornelissen Susucaru Rosso 2020

Inspired by the great solera wines, this first edition combines vintages from 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2019 to give a clear sense of the Mt Etna region. 25% of the resulting wine has been bottled for 2021, and with the 2020 vintage filling up the tank—Perpetuum begins!

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Perpetuum 1 NV

Grown in an ungrafted vineyard, at a humble 620 meters above sea level, these fruits are found hidden in the lower valley— they truly are treasures! Pure volcanic rock surrounds the area making for a complex wine, layered with volcanic minerality.

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel CS Chiusa Spagnolo Rosso 2018

Pure Nerello Mascalese from old vine vineyards, grown at the lower end of the Contrada Feudi di Messo, at 600m above sea level. Elegant with a softer structure that is unique in the Northern Etna Valley.

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel FM Feudo di Mezzo Sottana 2018

Pure Nerello Mascalese from superior vineyards in the Northern Etna Valley. A classic expression of the varietal with smooth tannins, and a sweetness of ripe fruits.

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Etna Rosso 2020

Exceptional Nerello Mascalese from the Contrada of Barbabecchi on the northeastern slopes of Mt Etna. Rustic, layered with complexity and drenched in volcanic minerals.

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel BB Barbabecchi Rosso 2018

Pure Nerello Mescalese from the Contrada Feudo di Mezzo—a special location that proves difficult to achieve perfection but is definitely worth the persuit. Powerful, elegant and drenched in volcanic minerals.

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel PA Feudo di Mezzo-Porcaria 2018

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel Etna Rosso Magnum 2020

Since its inception, grapes from the Contrada of Calderara Sottana have been held in high regard. Rocky soils lay an advantageous foundation during cold and difficult vintages for the fruits to grow, resulting in an elegant expression of Nerello Mascalese.

Frank Cornelissen MunJebel CD Calderara Sottana Rosso 2018

Exceptional Nerellow Mascalese from the Contrada Monte Colla— a steep and terraced vineyard in front of Mt Etna, beautifully exposed to sun and wind. Vines planted in 1946, in sandy clay soil lay the foundation for a powerful wine, layered with volcanic complexity.