2024 Girolamo Russo " A Rina" Etna Rosso, Sicily, Italy
ABOUT THIS WINE
Crafted primarily from Nerello Mascalese (with a touch of Nerello Cappuccio), âA Rina is the flagship red from Girolamo Russo, drawing fruit from several small parcels on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, including San Lorenzo, Feudo, and Calderara Sottana. Vines average 60â100 years of age, grown at elevations between 650â780 meters on mineral-rich, decomposed lava soils.
Farming is certified organic, with careful attention to biodiversity and minimal intervention. Fermentation is done with native yeasts in stainless steel, followed by aging in large neutral oak barrels for about 12â15 months. The resulting wine expresses its high-altitude volcanic origins with clarity and precisionâshowcasing vibrant fruit, iron-tinged minerality, and savory complexity.
A Rina pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, and Sicilian-style tuna. Itâs a versatile red that bridges the freshness of a Pinot Noir with the structure of a Nebbiolo, making it a standout choice for lovers of terroir-driven wines.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Girolamo Russo is a boutique winery founded in 2005 by Giuseppe Russo, a former classical pianist who returned to his familyâs ancestral land to revive its winemaking heritage. Named in honor of his father Girolamo, the estate spans about 26 hectaresâ15 of which are under vineânear the town of Passopisciaro on the northern slope of Mount Etna.
The winery is known for its low-intervention, organic viticulture, small-batch production, and deep respect for the regionâs unique volcanic terroir. Russo emphasizes site-specific expression in each of his cru bottlings, while âA Rina represents a broader, yet no less expressive, introduction to Etna Rosso. His wines are celebrated for their aromatic purity, lift, and eleganceâqualities that have placed Girolamo Russo among the most respected names in Etnaâs modern renaissance.
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ABOUT THIS WINE
Crafted primarily from Nerello Mascalese (with a touch of Nerello Cappuccio), âA Rina is the flagship red from Girolamo Russo, drawing fruit from several small parcels on the northern slopes of Mount Etna, including San Lorenzo, Feudo, and Calderara Sottana. Vines average 60â100 years of age, grown at elevations between 650â780 meters on mineral-rich, decomposed lava soils.
Farming is certified organic, with careful attention to biodiversity and minimal intervention. Fermentation is done with native yeasts in stainless steel, followed by aging in large neutral oak barrels for about 12â15 months. The resulting wine expresses its high-altitude volcanic origins with clarity and precisionâshowcasing vibrant fruit, iron-tinged minerality, and savory complexity.
A Rina pairs beautifully with grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, and Sicilian-style tuna. Itâs a versatile red that bridges the freshness of a Pinot Noir with the structure of a Nebbiolo, making it a standout choice for lovers of terroir-driven wines.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Girolamo Russo is a boutique winery founded in 2005 by Giuseppe Russo, a former classical pianist who returned to his familyâs ancestral land to revive its winemaking heritage. Named in honor of his father Girolamo, the estate spans about 26 hectaresâ15 of which are under vineânear the town of Passopisciaro on the northern slope of Mount Etna.
The winery is known for its low-intervention, organic viticulture, small-batch production, and deep respect for the regionâs unique volcanic terroir. Russo emphasizes site-specific expression in each of his cru bottlings, while âA Rina represents a broader, yet no less expressive, introduction to Etna Rosso. His wines are celebrated for their aromatic purity, lift, and eleganceâqualities that have placed Girolamo Russo among the most respected names in Etnaâs modern renaissance.
