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Contrada R Passopisciaro 2020
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Contrada R Passopisciaro 2020

Passopisciaro

"Contrada R" is a full-bodied, elegant and high-profile red wine, born from 100-year-old vines of Nerello Mascalese from Contrada Rampante on the slopes of Etna, aged in large oak barrels for 18 months. It is intense and very mineral, enlivened by aromas of flowers, violets and herbs. Power, complexity and freshness in the glass!

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Features

Denomination

Terre Siciliane IGT

Vines

Nerello Mascalese 100%

Tipologia

Alcohol content

12.5 %

Format

75 cl Bottle

Vinification

Fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel tanks. Without filtrations

Aging

In large oak barrels for about 18 months

Additional Notes

Contains sulfites

CONTRADA R PASSOPISCIARO 2020 DESCRIPTION

Passopisciaro's Contrada R is a wine from Etna, an area that has enjoyed great success in recent years, proving perfect for the production of quality wines. Andrea Franchetti runs his winery in Frazione Passopisciaro and his vineyards are located in different contrada (districts) from which the wines themselves take their name: Contrada 'R' stands for Rampante. The estate is an ancient baglio, surrounded by terraced land that makes viticulture difficult and heroic; all around, nature appears uncontaminated and the rows are in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem and in respect of the natural phases of growth and development of the plants and raw material.

The vineyards of Contrada R di Passopisciaro are located at an altitude of approximately 1000 metres above sea level, close to the slopes of Mount Etna. The climate in this area is often sunny with cool breezes coming from the north, which contributes to consistent temperature fluctuations for optimal ripening of the grapes. The soil is characterised by the consistent presence of minerals derived from lava flows that contribute to making the soil thriving and welcoming to the roots of the plants; the plants are about a century old and some are characterised by not having been affected by phylloxera in the past. The grapes are harvested manually and in the cellar the alcoholic fermentation takes place thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts; it matures 18 months in large oak barrels.

The colour of Contrada R di Passopisciaro is a ruby red with brilliant reflections. On the nose it releases aromas of ripe red fruits, wild flowers such as wild violets, aromatic herbs and on the finish hints of minerals; on the palate it is elegant, enveloping and fresh with well-integrated tannins that are well-integrated into the drink and pleasant with a persistent and inviting finish. In pairing it is recommended with medium-aged cured meats, stewed red meat cuts and game; also interesting with aged cow's and sheep's milk cheeses. Perfect for accompanying the table at celebrations or anniversaries to enjoy an authentic product with rare flavours, ambassador of an often undervalued land.

Colour

Ruby red

Taste

Stylish and cool, well-integrated tannins and very persistent finish

Scent

Intense, fruity and floral with mineral touches, notes of violet, herbs and cherry