The winery takes the name from the train track of the "Circum Etnea". A little train that passes through the vineyards. Tenuta means "estate", Ferrata "train track". Our logo is the Etna viewed from above with the train track lane.
Tenuta Ferrata is not just a vineyard, it is the celebration of a family that believes in hard work and sacrifice, and that continues to pass down its deepest values, lending high value to its land and to Sicily trough one of the oldest and most meaningful fruits: the grape. The vineyard is a symbol of rebirth and longevity, and this is how the Virlinzi family has given life to an estate that represents the culmination of an adventure lasting over a hundred years. His passion is fuelled by another great force: Etna, a symbol of energy, vitality and unpredictability, the emblem of those Sicilians who turn their gaze towards "La Muntagna" every day. It is this combination of family, environment and technology that brings to life the excellent Etna Doc wines.
Ferrata Ceneris Etna Bianco is made from 80% Carricante and 20% Catarratto.
Straw-yellow with greenish nuance. Hints of green apple,white peach and aromatic herbs. Pleasant flavor and freshness.
Ideal with shellfish, raw fish or preparations with more intense flavors, fresh and semi-aged cheeses.
Ferrata Frevi Reserve Etna Rosso is made from 100% Nerello Mascalese.
Intense ruby red witth great structure, silky tannins, soft and elegant.
Review:
"Aromas of blood orange, cranberries, hibiscus, pepper, pencil lead and crushed rock create a tangy but floral nose. The palate is similarly poised between fruit and earth strawberries and more cranberries that contrast with a metallic earthiness. A minty breeze provides freshness, pushed by fiery acid. — Danielle CALLEGARI"
Wine Enthusiast (October 1st 2024), 92 pts
Ferrata Punta Drago Etna Rosso is made from 100% Nerello Mascalese.
Pale ruby red color, elegant bouquet of red berries, spicy notes and underbrush. Great structure, silky tannins, soft and elegant.
Suitable with hors d'oeuvres of cured meats, aged cheese, meat dishes but also fish recipes.
All older vintage wines have been purchased from a single collectors cellar. Pictures can be requested before shipment.
Aroma: Expressiv and elegant, the aroma is dominated by red fruits with subtle undertones of black fruits, floral notes, and a hint of wood.Color: Cherry red color, clean and bright. Taste: The palate is elegant, with a fruity freshness and silky tannins.
The grapes from San Vicente were aged for nine months in foudres and French oak barrels of different sizes, while the wine from Leza was refined for twelve months in French oak barrels. After blending, the wine was aged for five months in concrete tanks. For further protection the wine contains sulphites.
Review:
"Black olives, dark cherries and some roasted herbs and spices. Firm, fine-grained tannins on the palate, with a chalky form. Medium- to full-bodied with a long, tense finish. Drink or hold. - Zekun Shuai (Senior Editor)"
- James SUCKLING (September 11th 2024), 92 pts