Franchetti
Sicilian Lands "Contrada C" - Franchetti
Sicilian Lands "Contrada C" - Franchetti
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2021
Franchetti's Terre Siciliane "Contrada C" 2021 is a red wine that expresses the deep, volcanic soul of Etna, offering a unique sensory experience.
| Name | Terre Siciliane IGT |
| Vines |
100% Nerello Mascalese |
| Alcohol |
15% |
| Format |
0.75l |
| Allergens |
Sulphites |
| Serving temperature |
16/18°C |
| Pairings |
Game, Red Meat, Mature Cheeses |
Tasting Notes
This wine features an intense ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of dark berries, such as black cherries and sour cherries, enriched with notes of graphite, tar, and burnt citrus peel. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with ripe tannins and a vibrant savory finish that lends elegance and depth. The finish is long and persistent, with hints of cinchona and peat that recall Etna's volcanic terroir.
Pairings
The 2021 "Contrada C" pairs perfectly with red meat dishes, roasts, and game. It's also ideal with aged cheeses and Sicilian dishes, such as Pasta alla Norma. Its structure and complexity make it ideal for enjoying on its own, allowing you to fully appreciate its aromatic nuances.
Cellar - Franchetti
Andrea Franchetti is a visionary winemaker who chose Etna as his winery. Since 2001, he has been pursuing natural viticulture, focusing on native varieties like Nerello Mascalese and experimenting with international varieties like Petit Verdot and Cesanese d'Affile. His philosophy is based on minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the wine to fully express the character of the terroir. "Contrada C" is one of his flagship wines, produced from a vineyard located in the Contrada Guardiola, at an altitude of approximately 1,000 meters above sea level, on soils rich in rock and volcanic ash. This southeast-facing area benefits from a cool climate that contributes to the slow ripening and aromatic complexity of the grapes.
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