About
Founded 2004 by brothers Antonio and Dino Lizzio. Family vineyard on the northeast slope outside the historic center of Piedimonte Etneo. 1.5 hectares across Contrade Tenute Chiuse del Signore and Friera; vine training: alberello and cordon. Wines made with minimal winery intervention. Etna Bianco and Etna Rosso follow contemporary blends of Carricante and Nerello. Additional wines include a sweetened almond wine, an aromatic off-dry Moscato, an amphora-aged Nerello, and a passito wine from Nerello Mascalese. Also: +39 340-236-3478. Produces 5,000 bottles annually. Visits by request: winery tour, wine tasting. Small (<15) and large (15+) groups welcome. Family and pet friendly. Languages: Italian, English. Wines to try: Kyathos Rosso Anfora, Mandorvin, Prima Luce Etna Rosso.
Alberto Graci: Champion of Mount Etna Wine Traditions