The 2009 Tascante (Nerello Mascalese) is all about the weightless elegance and depth that is possible on the Etna. The wine possesses gorgeous inner sweetness and mid-palate pliancy, not to mention terrific overall balance. Striking floral and mineral notes are woven throughout a core of expressive fruit in this vivid, totally inviting wine. This is a great showing from Tasca. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2019.
Alberto Tasca’s relentless search for quality is the driving force behind this reference-point Sicilian estate. I have been following the Tasca wines for well over two decades now, and am still as impressed today as I was when these were among the few quality wines I could afford. This set of new releases includes Tasca’s first wines from their property on the Etna.
