Etna project founded 2003 by Duca di Salaparuta (historic Sicilian house, founded 1824). Estate is located in Contrada Marchesa, a pocket of the mountain with a longstanding affinity for international varieties, especially Pinot Noir. The vineyard straddles Contrade Moganazzi and Marchesa on decomposed Mongibello soils dating between 15,000 and 4,000 years old. The aspect is turned away from morning and autumn sun, contributing to wine elegance. Produces no Etna DOC wines; bottles under IGT Terre Siciliane and DOC Sicilia. Focus on Nerello Mascalese and Pinot Nero. 11 hectares in Contrada Marchesa; vine training: alberello and cordon. Produces 43,000 bottles annually. No visit services offered. Wines to try: Lavico Nerello Mascalese, Nawari Pinot Nero, Sciaranera Pinot Nero.