Contrada G (Guardiola) Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT 2022

Passopisciaro | Sicily
Vini Franchetti s.r.l. | Via Val d'Orcia 15 | IT 53047 Sarteano

19153322 · 0,75 l · 78,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available

Contrada Guardiola is one of the most iconic vineyards on the northern slope of Mount Etna. A high-altitude plot between 800 and 1,000 metres above sea level, where the extreme microclimate, the old bush vines and the ash, lava and pumice soils allow for an expression that is as raw as it is fascinating. The vines are deeply rooted in the porous rock and produce small-berried Nerello Mascalese grapes with an impressive aromatic concentration. The 2022 vintage was characterised by a dry spring and moderate temperatures in summer, with a late harvest that brought structure and freshness into balance. The wine is aged for 18 months in large, neutral barrels.

Bright, vibrant ruby red with garnet reflections. The nose begins ethereal and cool, followed by nuances of wild cherry, crushed raspberry, wild strawberry and notes of camphor, lavender, iron, damp ash and dried orange zest. Incredibly fine and polished on the palate: The tannins are present but silky, the acidity delicate and precisely controlled. Everything seems permeable, yet carried by deep inner tension. With air, the wine gains complexity and energy, but always remains subtle and vibrant with minerality. A great Nerello Mascalese that showcases the dramatic terroir of the Guardiola parcel with hypnotic depth and almost ascetic beauty. A meditation wine that can only come from Etna in Italy. SUPERIORE.DE

"Elegant, sparkling, medium ruby red with garnet reflections. On the nose, a multi-faceted bouquet of raspberries, orange peel and pomegranate, delicately combined with red rose petals and a hint of thyme. Very delicate and inviting on the palate, with a harmonious balance between pleasant freshness and fine-grained tannins, juicy and mineral on the long final." Falstaff

"Contrada Guardiola is located at an altitude of around 800 metres, directly on the road to Rampante, and offers a rounder, fuller and more generous expression of Nerello Mascalese. Fragrant aromas of lavender and herbs with hints of red berries introduce a tannic palate underpinned by wild berries and creamy notes. The supporting acidity balances the weight of the tannins and prolongs the long, fresh finish." Decanter

"The Passopisciaro 2022 Contrada G is a real beauty in a portfolio of wines that is very impressive across the board. The "G" stands for Guardiola, one of the most beautiful vineyards ever." Wine Advocate

"On the nose, earthy strawberries, dried flowers and gentle spices. On the palate, the wine is crisp, with a medium body and crisp acidity. The taut, firm tannins are still youthful on the finish. It is drinkable now, but will gain complexity as it matures." James Suckling

"Smoky and ashy in the glass, the 2022 Etna Rosso Contrada Guardiola opens with a burst of ash stones and grilled herbs that evolve into crushed black cherries and are lifted by a hint of menthol. On the palate, it unfolds with a texture of pure silk as a polished wave of red and black fruit plays around a core of vibrant acidity. The finish reveals the wine's structure with a hint of primary concentration that gives it a firm grip. Saline minerals linger under a hint of flowers. This is a wine that contrasts astonishing depth with an energetic feel." Vinous