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Passopisciaro

Passopisciaro Contrada Guardiola

Name: Passopisciaro Contrada Guardiola
Brand: Passopisciaro
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

Italy, Sicily

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.1

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Passopisciaro Contrada Guardiola is a highly sought-after wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Hailing from the prestigious appellation of Passopisciaro, this wine is crafted from grapes grown in the unique vineyard of Contrada Guardiola. The vineyard's distinctive features, such as its high altitude and volcanic soil, contribute to the wine's exceptional quality. The winemaking process involves careful attention to detail, resulting in a wine that beautifully expresses the terroir. With its elegant style, Passopisciaro Contrada Guardiola offers a harmonious balance of flavors and aromas, making it a delightful choice for wine enthusiasts seeking a refined and memorable experience.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Passopisciaro Contrada Guardiola is an exceptional wine that showcases the unique terroir of the Contrada Guardiola vineyard in Sicily, Italy.On the nose, Passopisciaro Contrada Guardiola offers an enticing bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and raspberries, accompanied by subtle floral notes and a touch of spice. The palate is equally impressive, with a harmonious balance of fruit, acidity, and tannins. The red fruit flavors continue to shine, complemented by hints of black pepper and earthy undertones. The wine has a medium to full body, with a silky texture that coats the palate and lingers on the finish. Passopisciaro Contrada Guardiola is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but it also has the potential to age gracefully. With its well-integrated tannins and excellent structure, it will continue to evolve and develop additional layers of complexity over time. Its elegance, depth of flavor, and sense of place make it a standout choice for wine enthusiasts seeking a truly memorable experience.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2060

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Nerello Mascalese

ORIGINS

Winery: Passopisciaro

Region: Sicily

Sicily is an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, just off the "toe" of the Italian peninsula. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean and is home to a rich and diverse terroir and wine culture. Sicily has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the 8th century BC. The island has been home to many different cultures over the centuries, including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Normans, all of whom have left their mark on the island's wine culture. Today, Sicily is one of Italy's most important wine regions, producing a wide range of styles from both indigenous and international grape varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

0 Reviews