REGION: Sicilia

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Instead of the indigenous Carricante, which grows on the eastern side of the volcano, Passobianco is made of 100% Chardonnay. When Franchetti arrived on Mt. Etna, he planted 4 hectares of the grape on steep terraces 2,600 - 3,300 feet above sea level in Contrada Guardiola, in very loose, deep, powder-like lava that is rich in minerals. We began making this wine in 2007, and it is formerly known as Guardiola Bianco.

Color: gold, with green tints

Nose: toasted nut, eucalyptus & white stone fruit

Flavor/Finish: yellow apple, roasted almond & lemon notes, alongside firm acidity; salty minerality, with a medium, complex finish

Varietal: 100% Chardonnay

Food Pairing: crustaceans, fish-based appetizers

Process: aged 10 months in cement vats & large oak barrels, followed by 6 months in bottle

Serving Temperature: 53 - 54 °F

Alcohol: 13.5%

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