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From a 90 year old vineyard brought to light and restored during land reclamation work. The wines produced have a peculiar exuberance with their floral and bright nose and fantastic freshness. “This is a beautiful Santo Spirito with a bright future ahead of it” (Eric Guido, Vinous). 

Sourced from 130-150 year old vines in Contrada Caselle, a historical site on the Eastern slope of Mt. Etna at 850 metres: Carricante is the protagonist here, and it impresses with its laser-like focus, acid backbone, and rich texture.  Armit Wines

The flagship label of the estate, the fruit is sourced from the Contrada Rampante vineyards at 850 metres just outside the winery. With its “silken textures and masses of tart wild berry fruits motivated by a core of tantalizing acidity” (Eric Guido, Vinous), this represents the perfect introduction to the style of Pietradolce and what can be achieved with Nerello...

At the highest confines of the Etna DOC, these un-grafted, old vineyards typically take the longest to fully ripen, and the wines are projected for the long haul. A touch more austere, but quintessentially Nerello Mascalese with their darker tones and grainy mouthfeel. The 2021 is​ a​ “lively and spry Rampante that is a bit unruly yet enjoyable all the...

From the oldest vines of Contrada Caselle, this is a nod to the great wines of Collio. The Carricante undergoes 10 months of skin contact in 2000-litre barrels. “The wine exhibits aromas of candied fruit, honey, apricot and salted almond. Its full-bodied texture would stand-up to white meats or veal” (Monica Larner, Wine Advocate).

Sitting literally on the border of the denomination at 1000 meters of altitude, the fruit is sourced from a tiny plot of 120 year old vines producing an average of half a kilogram of berries per plant. This is considered the Grand Cru of Pietradolce and is an outstanding expression of Rampante. “Exceptionally long, structured and classically dry, the 2020...