Contrada C - 2021

Rooted in sandstone soil and limestone in one of their lower-elevation vineyards, Passopiscairo’s 1.3-hectare vineyard in Contrada Chiappemacine produces a full, round, intense Nerello Mascalese. Bright and ruby-hued, it delivers red fruit, fresh Mediterranean herbs and a robust tannic structure in a complete and satisfying wine. Full and bright ruby red Original and pleasant hints of fresh oregano, red currant, Mediterranean herbs Full and intense, with a robust tannic texture and a long warm and fruity trail to finish

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Brand: Passopisciaro
Region:Sicily
Sub-Region:Catania
Commune/Village:Castiglione Di Sicilia
Varietal:Nerello Mascalese
Color:Red
Alcohol:15.0%
Size:750ml

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Country:Italy
How much so2 added:40 mg/l
Climate:The summer of 2020 was moderated by many rains, and generally from bad weather; at the end of the month July then the heat returned, until the rains of 10 August and finally those of early September.
Harvest Technique:Hand harvested
Soil:volcanic soils
Vineyard Size:2 ha
Vine Age (year planted):1938 1960 1990
Fermentation:After destemming and pressing, the must macerates for around 15 days. A pie de cuve starts fermentation in stainless steel, and a submerged cap extrapolates fruity notes without exaggerating tannins.
Elevage:18 months in big oak casks. Bottling takes place in waning moon June.
Winemaker Name:There is a team that follow the direction of Andrea Franchetti
Fining:No. light filtration
Scores:Eric Guido, Vinous, 91+ points
Total Production:500 cases
Sustainable Certificates:Passopisciaro is certified organic and uses only treatments with zero chemical impact—clays, propolis, vitamin C, natural copper, and sulfur.