In this episode, we embark on a journey to Catania, Italy (https://www.visitsicily.info/en/localita/catania/) , home to the picturesque Santa Maria la Nave boutique winery (https://www.santamarialanave.com/) . Sonia Spadaro Mulone (https://www.santamarialanave.com/persone/) , the owner, shares insights into her winery and the fascinating story behind its inception.
Sonia, a multilingual individual, offers a glimpse into her linguistic prowess and cultural background, setting the stage for an enriching conversation.
We're introduced to Don Alfio (https://www.santamarialanave.com/persone/) , a revered figure in Sonia's life and the guardian of a special vineyard on Mount Etna. His wisdom and passion for viticulture leave a lasting impression, shaping Sonia's journey in the wine industry.
As we delve deeper into Sonia's narrative, we uncover the unique biodiversity and geographical significance of Mount Etna (https://www.visitsicily.info/en/attrazione/mount-etna/) , the highest active volcano in Europe, and it's surrounding areas.
Calmarossa Etna DOC Red (https://www.santamarialanave.com/calmarossa-etna-doc-rosso/) - Our Calmarossa is forged by centuries of Etna winemaking tradition, from which a strong and stubborn wine is born, but at the same time elegant, like the ancient plants from which it comes.
Millesulmare Sicilia DOC White (https://www.santamarialanave.com/millesulmare-sicilia-doc-bianco/) - Millesulmare is born from the splendid Grecanico Dorato vines of our Casa Decima vineyard, a wine with extraordinary minerality and elegant hints of mountain and sea.
Your Host: Forrest Kelly (https://www.thebestwinepodcast.com/) is an experienced Radio/TV broadcaster who has interviewed some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, from Garth Brooks (https://www.garthbrooks.com) to Kevin Costner (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000126/) . A lover of wine who is fascinated by the science behind it.
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