Tenute Bosco
Sicilia
About the Winery
Tenute Bosco is located in the commune of Castiglione di Sicilia on the northern side of Mount Etna. The estate's vineyards extend between the two domains of Piano dei Daini in Solicchiata and Santo Spirito in Passopisciaro. The first written evidence of the estate of Solicchiata is found in an old manuscript dating back to 1669. Abate Coniglio from Castiglione describes the old domain, Piano dei Daini, as an area cultivated with vineyards and palmenti. The winery's vision is dedicated to the mother of this ancient land: Mount Etna. Inspired by the natural beauty and respect for this terroir and a perfect balance between ancient traditions and modern technology, the Bosco family has dedicated all its passion to the production of top-quality indigenous wines of unique character and elegance, and with a true expression of this terroir.
Sicilia
The Greeks, Phoenicians, Arabs and Italians have all held sway over Sicily. Though the Greeks brought their advanced viticulture techniques, Sicilians have been making wine since 4000 BC. Its dry, warm climate features regular sunshine and moderate rainfall that suits wine production. Arid conditions reduce the chance of rot and mildew, especially in areas kissed with coastal breezes. This makes Sicily a prime candidate for organic farming. In the past, farmers opted for higher yields, which turned Sicily into a bulk wine center. But wine traditions in each of the island's regions, from Vittoria to Mount Etna, remained strong. In the 1980s, a resurgence in interest brought improvements in viticulture and winemaking. Today, Sicily turns out some of the most exciting labels in Italy - source: Wine Enthusiast
Vineyard(s)
Ratings & Reviews
Title | Item | Vintage | Publication | Score | Review |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tenute Bosco | Etna Bianco 'Piano dei Daini' | 2023 | 92 | The flint and crushed stones with bright lemon and pear aromas are exciting here. Medium-bodied, it has a creamy texture and delicious finish. What you expect in an Etna white. Drink now. | |
Tenute Bosco | Etna Bianco 'Piano dei Daini' | 2022 | 90 | Notes of sliced apples and chalky lemons with hints of rosemary and stony minerality. Crisp and a little salty on the palate with a medium body and crunchy acidity. Zesty at the end. Drink now. | |
Tenute Bosco | Etna Bianco Piano dei Daini' | 2022 | 93 | This is a delicious rendering of Carricante from the slopes of Mount Etna, with very precise balance of ripe but delicate fruit and bright acidity that never seem sour even though it is relentlessly refreshing. The fruit notes are definitely more reminiscent of citrus than any other basic family, but a suggestion of tart, dried apricot is also evident, and other suggestions are likely to emerge as this develops with bottle age. Salty mineral notes are already in evidence, and these will also rise in prominence as the wine benefits from time in bottle. Reds from Etna remain more popular than the whites in worldwide terms, but my experience indicates that Carricante is every bit as superb a variety as Nerello Mascalese (the leading red variety on Etna), and that the whites show the volcanic minerality of Etna’s remarkable terroir even more vividly than the reds. One last tip for those who don’t know these well yet: Sicily as a whole was a joke in Italian wine 25 years ago, whereas now the wines of Etna are now the darlings of the overwhelming majority of critical observers across the country. | |
Tenute Bosco | Etna Bianco 'Piano dei Daini' | 2021 | 91 | This has aromas of jasmine, lemon zest, crushed stones, fennel and sea breeze. Medium-bodied with excellent freshness. Stony and mineral, yet remains caressing and approachable. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. |
