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Carricante is an ancient white grape variety that has always been cultivated on the slopes of the volcano, especially at the highest altitudes, where the Nerello Mascalese struggles to complete its maturation. Its name derives from the Sicilian expression “u carricante”, which emphasizes the abundant production of its plants, capable of filling carts with grapes. It is traditionally cultivated according to the sapling method, on soils of volcanic sand rich in minerals. Its terroir of choice is the splendid landscape of the eastern side of Etna, which from the summit of the volcano descends towards the sea.
Carricante is an ancient white grape variety that has always been cultivated on the slopes of the volcano, especially at the highest altitudes, where the Nerello Mascalese struggles to complete its maturation. Its name derives from the Sicilian expression “u carricante”, which emphasizes the abundant production of its plants, capable of filling carts with grapes. It is traditionally cultivated according to the sapling method, on soils of volcanic sand rich in minerals. Its terroir of choice is the splendid landscape of the eastern side of Etna, which from the summit of the volcano descends towards the sea.
