Notes of: Raspberry

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Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Smoky

Notes of: Earthy

Passopisciaro

Passopisciaro Passorosso

Italy, Sicily

Red wine

4.8

Expert Rating

4.1

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Passopisciaro Passorosso is a red wine produced by Passopisciaro winery in the Etna appellation of Sicily, Italy. The vineyards are located on the slopes of Mount Etna, at altitudes ranging from 500 to 800 meters, covered by volcanic lava soil, and are planted with indigenous Nerello Mascalese grapes. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including hand harvesting, natural yeasts, and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is elegant and complex, with aromas of red fruits, spices, and a touch of smokiness. On the palate, it is full-bodied with a long finish and fine tannins. Passopisciaro Passorosso is considered one of the top wines from the Etna appellation.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

The Passopisciaro Passorosso is an elegant and complex Sicilian red made from Nerello Mascalese.On the nose, the wine displays aromas of ripe red fruit, herbs, and spices. On the palate, it's elegant and concentrated, with flavors of cherry, blackberry, licorice, dried herbs, and minerals. The finish is long, with a lingering hint of pepper. Enjoy this wine with game, grilled poultry, or a pasta dish.

EXPERT RATING

4.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2027

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

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

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