Famiglia Statella Wines: awards from Wine Critics
Why is the harvest so late on Etna? Recent vintages have brought various accolades to Famiglia Statella wines from Italian and international guides, competitions, and specialized publications. From Slow Wine ratings to scores from Vinous and Robert Parker Wine Advocate—as well as Untold and James Suckling—numerous wine critics have tasted and evaluated our wines. For […]
Wine begins long before the harvest
Wine begins long before the harvest When talking about wine, we often think of the harvest as the most important moment in the production cycle: the day the grapes are picked and begin their journey to wine. In reality, the quality of a wine is built much earlier. It is created throughout the year, through […]
Etna changes in just a few kilometers: why each Contrada produces different wines
Etna changes in just a few kilometers: why each Contrada produces different wines When it comes to Etna wines, one of the most fascinating aspects is the extraordinary variability of the territory. Altitude, exposure, ventilation, temperature, and soil composition can change within a few kilometers. These differences directly impact the behavior of the vines and […]
2026 ETNA VINTAGE: FIRST EVIDENCE ON WEATHER TRENDS AND VEGETATIVE RECOVERY
ETNA 2026 VINTAGE: FIRST EVIDENCE ON WEATHER TRENDS AND VEGETATIVE RECOVERY The current vintage on Etna began with a long and particularly rainy winter, the richest in rainfall in the last thirty years. It wasn’t particularly harsh in terms of temperatures, but its duration and the intensity of the rainfall had a significant impact on […]
Etna in Spring: between vineyard work and wine events
Etna in Spring: between vineyard work and wine events Spring brings a silent yet powerful transformation to the Etna vineyards. Between Contrada Pettinociarelle, Pignatuni, and Tartaraci, the rows of vines turn green, the buds open, and the foliage regains vigor after the winter rest. It is a time of care and observation, where every choice […]
How Etna’s Climate Shapes the Profile of Our Wines
How Etna’s climate shapes the profile of our wines Etna viticulture is closely linked to the climatic conditions of the volcanic mountain. The Famiglia Statella vineyards are located in areas characterized by significant altitudes and lava soils, elements that contribute significantly to the style of our wines. Here, nature is not forced, but accompanied throughout […]
Cultivating Etna: The Role of Dry-Stone Walls in Mountain Viticulture
Cultivating Etna: The Role of Dry-Stone Walls in Mountain Viticulture Growing grapes on Etna means dealing daily with a living, complex, and rugged mountain. The slopes, volcanic soils, and altitude make standardized viticulture impossible. It is in this context that dry-stone walls become a central element of the vineyard, not only from a landscape perspective, […]
Winter on Etna: The Vineyard’s Required Time
Winter on Etna: The Vineyard’s Required Time On Etna, winter is not the same for everyone.Temperatures change, soils change, and weather changes. From one district to another, weeks can pass before the vineyard enters the same state of dormancy. After the sale, the vine gradually slows down. The leaves change color, the plant ceases vegetative […]
2025 Awards: A Year that confirms the value of our work
2025 Awards: A Year that confirms the Value of our work 2025 was another important year for our company.The awards we received are not a point of arrival, but rather confirmation of the path we are building day after day: a work based on listening to the vineyard, consistent choices, and respect for Etna at […]
Calogero Statella nominato Chevalier du Tastevin
Calogero Statella Appointed Chevalier du Tastevin A recognition that tells the story of a journey Being appointed Chevalier du Tastevin is a rare honor, reserved for those who have shown dedication and skill in celebrating wine and the territories that give it life.For Calogero Statella, the recognition came entirely unexpectedly — one of those milestones […]