Nerello Mascalese

Light in color; tannic. Aromas & flavors: Sour cherry, tobacco, herbs, minerals.

In a nutshell

Color: Red

Alternative Names and Subvarieties: None

Origin: Autochthonous

Best Known For: Red wines of Etna

Where Grown: Predominantly in Sicilia (97%)

Regions:

Vineyard Area: 2,991 ha (7,388 acres)

Denominations that use this grape variety

Majority Component in One or More Wines of:

Principal Red Grape Varieties:

Alcamo DOC, Etna DOC, Faro DOC, Marsala DOC, Menfi DOC, Riesi DOC, S. Anna di Isola Capo Rizzuto DOC, Sicilia DOC