94 POINTS: Monica Larner, RobertParker.com
70-100 year old vines
14.5%Abv, 70-100 year old vines
100% Nerello Mascalese, 650m a.s.l
Contrada Porcaria (Contrada P) is a very old domain at 650 m a.s.l. and is considered Mount Etna’s most famous and sought-after contrade because of the lush, robust wines it produces. The soil is made of a frail sheet of lava that splinters under one’s feet. They make wine from 1.5 hectares owned within this cru.
"Showing volume and generosity in terms of its aromatic delivery, the 2017
… Contrada P is a mid-weight expression with forthcoming and immediate fruit aromas. Fruit is sourced from the Contrada Porcaria. The wine holds nothing back and instead delivers wild rose, cassis, aniseed and licorice. I love the carefree intensity and honesty with which this wine presents itself. There is a very subtle note of crushed white pepper on the close. A mere 2,900 bottles were made."
— 94 Points, Monica Larner, RobertParker.com
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