{"product_id":"terre-siciliane-rosso-rampante-igt-2018-passopisciaro-franchetti","title":"Sicilian Lands Red Rampante IGT 2018 Passopisciaro Franchetti","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRampante 2018 Passopisciaro Franchetti, Etna Rosso of finesse and identity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSicilian red Terre siciliane Rampante IGT 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003ePassopisciaro Franchetti\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine that interprets the soul of Etna with great precision, placing the \u003cstrong\u003eNerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e and the reading of the territory at its center. It comes from one of the highest contrade of the volcano and tells of an elegant, vertical style that is deeply connected to the vineyard. It is a bottle designed for those seeking a refined and territorial mountain red, capable of uniting aromatic immediacy and evolutionary potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Contrada Rampante is located over 1000 meters above sea level, at an extreme point of vine cultivation on Etna. Here, the vineyard expresses a very delicate and aromatic personality, favored by altitude, exposure, and ancient lava soils that are sandier and more oxidized compared to other areas of the volcano. The grapes come from historic vines, and the late harvest helps define a profile of great precision. The 2018 vintage is described as wetter and cooler, with a more linear wine, varietal and supported by pronounced acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRampante 2018 presents itself as a red with fine and territorial imprint, with a profile that leans towards delicacy rather than power. On the nose, it can offer floral hints, notes of small red fruits, spicy nuances, and a mineral sensation that is very coherent with the volcanic soil. On the palate, the entry is agile, with marked freshness, elegant texture, and a measured but not thin structure. The acidity supports the sip and lengthens the finish, while the tannins, although present, remain generally refined and well integrated. It is a wine of balance, precision, and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSicilian red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs naturally with flavorful but not excessively rich dishes, such as roasted white meats, baked rabbit, noble poultry, mushrooms, porcini risottos, and second courses based on tuna or structured fish. Its freshness and aromatic profile also make it suitable for Mediterranean cuisine preparations with aromatic herbs, tomato, and light spicing. It is ideal for a refined dinner where one desires a red with personality without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ideal temperature for \u003cstrong\u003eRampante 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003e16-18 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the case of a young bottle or if one wishes to maximize the aromatic opening, a brief passage in a decanter or a few minutes of oxygenation can be helpful. Served at the right temperature, it expresses finesse, freshness, and depth at its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing \u003cstrong\u003eSicilian red Terre siciliane Rampante IGT 2018 Passopisciaro Franchetti\u003c\/strong\u003e means opting for a wine of strong identity, capable of telling the story of Etna with an essential and authentic style. It is an interesting bottle for those who love elegant, mineral, and territorial reds, but also for those seeking a characterful label to pair with refined cuisine or to cellar for a few years. A convincing purchase for enthusiasts and collectors in search of a great Sicilian red.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Passopisciaro Franchetti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659265651074,"sku":"1649","price":48.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/3ae661f7632a6230cfbdf5e38de9ce28.jpg?v=1779240358","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/terre-siciliane-rosso-rampante-igt-2018-passopisciaro-franchetti","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}