Benanti
About
Giuseppe Benanti was the pioneer who revived Mount Etna winemaking in the 1980s when everyone else had abandoned the volcano's slopes. His Nerello Mascalese reds and Carricante whites from high-altitude lava-soil vineyards are benchmarks for the region. The family's contrada-specific wines reveal Etna's remarkable terroir diversity.
Why It's a Hidden Gem
The original Etna pioneer, predating the volcanic wine hype by decades, with vineyard elevations reaching 1,000 metres.
Wines
Wine Styles
Standout Bottles
- Etna Rosso Serra della Contessa
- Etna Bianco Superiore Pietra Marina
Tags
Location
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 475, 95029 Viagrande, Sicily, Italy
Practical Info
Appointment
Hours
Mon-Fri 09:00-17:00, Sat by appointment
Tasting
From €undefined+
Languages
Italian, English
Address
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 475, 95029 Viagrande, Sicily, Italy
Website
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