95 points Susan Hulme, MW (Decanter): "The Feudo di Mezzo vineyards sit at 670m above sea level on the northern slopes of Mount Etna. The 80- to 100-year-old bush-trained vines are planted in volcanic/sandy soils rich in minerals. This wine opens up over time - initial notes of minerals and iron give way to wild strawberries and warm spice, becoming headily perfumed with violet and iris aromas. The lively palate balances bright, tangy redcurrant fruits with a nervy, taut acidity. Drinking window 2021-2030 (Jun 2021)"
94+ points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The 2018 Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo is exceptional, with a distinctively floral bouquet that sets it apart from most other red wines made on the volcano. Dried rose and lavender segue to wild berry, cassis, campfire ash and a touch of fragrant balsam herb. The Giuseppe Russo magic touch is the long, silky texture of his wines, and this expression, with fruit from the Contrada Feudo di Mezzo with 100-year-old vines at 670 meters in elevation, defies the difficulties of a challenging and rainy vintage. But Feudo di Mezzo is one of the best crus on the volcano. This 3,000-bottle release is poised for a long and enjoyable drinking window. Drink 2021-2035 (Oct 2021)"
91 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2018 Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo captivates with a spicy bouquet that blends dusty rose, allspice and clove with sour cherries. Its textures are silky and pliant, showing a pleasant inner sweetness, balanced by bright acidity and a perfumed display of red berries and licorice. While lightly structured, the 2018 is already easy to like as it tapers off long with a mix of blueberry skins and balsam herbs. (Jun 2021)"
93 points Tim Atkin, MW: "From grapes grown around the beautifully restored property of Giuseppe Russo at 650 metres, this is a quintessential example of the medium-bodied, fruit-driven, more immediately enjoyable style of red Etna. Make no mistake: this is still a fairly tannic, sturdy wine, with some 2018 greenness thrown into the mix, but the emphasis is on grapey juiciness and poised finesse. Walks a fine line and does so with style. (2023)" 91 points Kerin O'Keefe (Wine Enthusiast): "Star anise, eucalyptus, toasted nut and wild berry aromas form the nose. Linear and racy, the medium-bodied palate opens with red cherry, spice and coffee bean before youthfully tight, drying tannins come out on the finish. Drink after 2023. (Oct 2021)"
91 points James Suckling: "Tight nose, yielding floral, crushed red-fruit notes, clean earth and a hint of mild spice. Medium-bodied with brighter berries, citrus peel and spice on the palate, thanks to vivid acidity. A slight grip on the finish pulls it up a bit short for now. Should even out with another year in bottle. (Nov 2020)"
94+ points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The 2018 Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo is exceptional, with a distinctively floral bouquet that sets it apart from most other red wines made on the volcano. Dried rose and lavender segue to wild berry, cassis, campfire ash and a touch of fragrant balsam herb. The Giuseppe Russo magic touch is the long, silky texture of his wines, and this expression, with fruit from the Contrada Feudo di Mezzo with 100-year-old vines at 670 meters in elevation, defies the difficulties of a challenging and rainy vintage. But Feudo di Mezzo is one of the best crus on the volcano. This 3,000-bottle release is poised for a long and enjoyable drinking window. Drink 2021-2035 (Oct 2021)"
91 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2018 Etna Rosso Feudo di Mezzo captivates with a spicy bouquet that blends dusty rose, allspice and clove with sour cherries. Its textures are silky and pliant, showing a pleasant inner sweetness, balanced by bright acidity and a perfumed display of red berries and licorice. While lightly structured, the 2018 is already easy to like as it tapers off long with a mix of blueberry skins and balsam herbs. (Jun 2021)"
93 points Tim Atkin, MW: "From grapes grown around the beautifully restored property of Giuseppe Russo at 650 metres, this is a quintessential example of the medium-bodied, fruit-driven, more immediately enjoyable style of red Etna. Make no mistake: this is still a fairly tannic, sturdy wine, with some 2018 greenness thrown into the mix, but the emphasis is on grapey juiciness and poised finesse. Walks a fine line and does so with style. (2023)" 91 points Kerin O'Keefe (Wine Enthusiast): "Star anise, eucalyptus, toasted nut and wild berry aromas form the nose. Linear and racy, the medium-bodied palate opens with red cherry, spice and coffee bean before youthfully tight, drying tannins come out on the finish. Drink after 2023. (Oct 2021)"
91 points James Suckling: "Tight nose, yielding floral, crushed red-fruit notes, clean earth and a hint of mild spice. Medium-bodied with brighter berries, citrus peel and spice on the palate, thanks to vivid acidity. A slight grip on the finish pulls it up a bit short for now. Should even out with another year in bottle. (Nov 2020)"
| Product SKU | 356910 |
| Producer | Girolamo Russo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| SubRegion | Etna DOC |
| Varietal | Other Red Wines |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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