2021 Etna Rosso, Contrada Monte Serra, Benanti

Showing a floral and slightly more fragrant side to Nerello Mascalese, the Benanti 2021 Etna Rosso Contrada Monte Serra (with fruit from the Viagrande side of the volcano) is packed tight with red berries and little background details that recall volcanic stone, mountain herb and dried lavender. The wine is straight and linear over the palate with very fine and dusty tannins. However, this wine feels more open and ready to me compared to the Contrada Cavaliere. ~ (93) Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 6-30-2023

~ (93) Eric Guido, Vinous 6-1-2023

A lightly chewy, medium-bodied red, with sun-dried cherry, rich loamy earth, grilled herb and mocha notes that are finely meshed with silky tannins. Echoes tar and spice accents on the finish. Drink now through 2031. 436 cases made, 177 cases imported. ~ (92) Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator 2-29-2024