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Vini Franchetti

Vini Franchetti

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Andrea Franchetti arrived in Sicily in 2000 and restored an old farm and cellars on the higher slopes of Mt. Etna, over 1000m altitude, naming it Passopisciaro. Born to an American mother and Italian father and raised in Rome, he had launched into winemaking in the nineties. The program centers on Nerello Mascalese, alongside Petit Verdot, Cesanese d'Affile, and Chardonnay. The portfolio spans Passobianco, Contrada PC, Passorosso, Contrada C, Contrada Feudo di Mezzo, Porcaria, Contrada Guardiola, Contrada S, Contrada R, and Franchetti. The 20 Anni cuvée, a blend of Nerello Mascalese from all contradas, was produced only in the 2019 vintage.

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Varietals

Nerello MascalesePetit VerdotCesanese d'AffileChardonnay

When to go

Monday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Good to know

Vini Franchetti focuses on Nerello Mascalese, Petit Verdot, Cesanese d'Affile, Chardonnay. Signature bottles include Passobianco, Contrada PC, Passorosso, Contrada C, Contrada Feudo di Mezzo – Porcaria, Contrada Guardiola, Contrada S, Contrada R, Franchetti, 20 Anni. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Vini Franchetti has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Vini Franchetti is in Passopisciaro, Sicilia, in the Sicily wine region. Phone: 0942 395449. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Vini Franchetti was established in 2000, giving the estate 26 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Vini Franchetti is led by Andrea Franchetti. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 5:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 – 4:00 PM | Saturday: Closed | Sunday: Closed Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Location

Passopisciaro, Sicilia, Italy

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