Passopisciaro, Contrada Porcaria Brut Zero Round and rich

Round and rich

This is notably higher-toned than the Charmes with a more elegant blend of cool and restrained red currant

and this recently disgorged rendition has really benefited from the additional time sur lattes

The finish is pure

Passopisciaro, Contrada Porcaria Brut Zero Round and richThe 2012 Contrada P is my favorite wine among Andrea Franchetti's batch of new single vineyard releases. This is a spectacular expression of Nerello Mascalese (aged in large oak casks for 18 months) that speaks in a loud, clear and beautifully melodious voice. Contrada Porcaria sees 80 year old vines planted at 600 to 700 meters above sea level. The soils consist of thin layers of lava deposit and sandy ash. The mineral definition here is excellent