Passopisciaro

“Alluring, ethereal scents of perfumed berry, aromatic herb, fragrant blue flower, new leather, orange zest and exotic spice abound on this radiant wine. The smooth, vibrant palate is loaded with finesse, delivering juicy red cherry, raspberry, cake spice and energizing mineral. Silky, supple tannins and bright acidity provide impeccable balance. It’s already extremely tempting but hold for even more complexity. Drink 2018–2025.”

— Wine Enthusiast, 97 points, Cellar Selection

“Bright red. Vibrant raspberry and licorice aromas are complicated by a delicate stony nuance. Fresh and sweet in the mouth, with savory red berry and mineral flavors carrying through a long aftertaste. This lovely wine is very true both to Nerello Mascalese and to Etna. Contrada R stands for Rampante, one of the highest crus of Etna at 1,000 meters, where the volcanic soil has become very fine and almost sandy over the millenia. The wines are almost always very pure, high in acidity and refined. Rampante is also one of the latest crus to be harvested on Etna.”

— Ian D’Agata, Vinous Media, 93 points