2020 Contrada Chiappemacine

Case of 6 bottles

Varietals: 100% Nerello Mascalese

Vinification/Ageing: Fermentation in steel vats, followed by malolactic and 18 months ageing in large neutral oak barrels.

Alcohol: 14.5%

Description: Chiappemacine is their lowest vineyard, located on a thin layer of lava with a limestone bed underneath. The wine has a rounder, softer mouthfeel, and it displays a more floral profile.  Ruby red with aromatics of red fruit, eucalyptus and dried florals. Medium body balanced, with a long finish. 4,000 bottles made. 

Visit this wine producer's website to learn more: www.vinifranchetti.com