92 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "This is the second edition of this exciting new white from the great Sicilian volcano. The Benanti 2018 Etna Bianco Contrada Cavaliere (with 5,300 bottles released) shows an open-knit personality with peach, preserved lemon, crushed stone and candied almond. The Contrada Cavaliere is located on the southwest side of Etna in the village of Santa Maria di Licodia, with vines at 950 meters in altitude. This is a fresh, medium-weight white with a nice mix of primary fruit and mineral definition. Drink: 2021-2026. (Oct 2021)"
92 points James Suckling: "A medium-bodied, crisp white with aromas of lemon zest, papaya, smoked almonds and orange sorbet. Gentle bitterness and flavors of lemon pith and pips on the palate. Drink now. (12/8/20)"
90 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "[$60 list] So pretty and perfumed, the 2018 Etna Bianco Contrada Cavaliere blossoms with notes of apricot and pear, yellow florals and hints of fresh oregano. It’s especially lifted and mineral in style, presenting a crunchy display of tart orchard fruits and inner herbal notes. It finishes clean, resonating on hints of crisp Granny Smith apples and ginger. The 2018 Cavaliere steps lightly, but it makes a lasting impression. Drink: 2021-2026. (Jun 2021)"
90 points Falstaff Guide: "Clear, bright silver-yellow. Opens with notes of orange and tangerine plus sage and flint. Shows taut acidity on the palate, plenty of tension, juicy apple on the back palate. (9/24/20)"
92 points James Suckling: "A medium-bodied, crisp white with aromas of lemon zest, papaya, smoked almonds and orange sorbet. Gentle bitterness and flavors of lemon pith and pips on the palate. Drink now. (12/8/20)"
90 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "[$60 list] So pretty and perfumed, the 2018 Etna Bianco Contrada Cavaliere blossoms with notes of apricot and pear, yellow florals and hints of fresh oregano. It’s especially lifted and mineral in style, presenting a crunchy display of tart orchard fruits and inner herbal notes. It finishes clean, resonating on hints of crisp Granny Smith apples and ginger. The 2018 Cavaliere steps lightly, but it makes a lasting impression. Drink: 2021-2026. (Jun 2021)"
90 points Falstaff Guide: "Clear, bright silver-yellow. Opens with notes of orange and tangerine plus sage and flint. Shows taut acidity on the palate, plenty of tension, juicy apple on the back palate. (9/24/20)"
| Product SKU | 344053 |
| Producer | Benanti |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| SubRegion | Etna DOC |
| Varietal | Other White Wines |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 12.0% |
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