Passopisciaro "Contrada P"
IT371-22
Vini Franchetti
Passopisciaro "Contrada P"
Sicily , Italy
| Type: | Limited Availability |
| Varietals: | Nerello Mascalese |
| Region: | Sicily , Catania |
| Vineyard Size: | 2 ha |
| Planted: | 1938 1960 1990 |
| Farming Methods: | Hand harvested |
| Total Production: | 500 cases |
| Soil: | volcanic soils |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Winemaker: | There is a team that follow the direction of Andrea Franchetti |
| Elevage: | 18 months in big oak casks. Bottling takes place in waning moon June. |
| ABV | 15.0% | SO2 | 40 mg/l | Sizes | 750ml |
ABOUT THIS BOTTLE
From a tiny vineyard 650 meters in elevation, this Nerello Mascalese exhibits the lushness and intensity that have made Contrada Porcaria one of Mt. Etna’s most coveted terroirs. It weaves together citrus and mineral aromas over a sensual background of red-fruit before delivering a palate defined by juicy freshness. Ruby red, on the nose Intertwining of citrus and mineral scents with a very sensual background of red fruit Taste Intense, fresh and juicy
