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"Contrada P" - 2022
"Contrada P" - 2022
"Contrada P" - 2022

"Contrada P" - 2022

Red
750ml
6 - pack
PRODUCT SKU: IT371-22

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Description

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 ...

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

Brand
Vini Franchetti
Varietal
Nerello Mascalese
Sub region
Catania
Region
Sicily
Alcohol
15.0%
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.
Color
Red
Size
750ml

More information

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
Harvest technique
Hand harvested
Soil
volcanic soils
Vineyard size
2 ha
Scores
Eric Guido, Vinous, 92 points
Total production
500 cases