Frank Cornelissen
Etna Rosso del Contadino
Italy
The crazy man himself, Frank Cornelissen. I’ve been digging these Sicilian wines recently, and thought I’d try one of the big dog natural producers, even if it’s his entry-level juice. This one is about 85% Nerello Mascalese with a field blend of other grapes grown on Etna. Tart cranberry, singed brown sugar, fresh strawberry, and some wet underbrush (like the smell of leaves after it rains). The palate is super zingy with refreshing acid, more tart cherries and cranberries, and a touch of a cola note. This wine shows what people mean when they say that natural wine is alive - it’s multi-dimensional, funky fresh, and delicious all at once. Can’t wait to try his higher end wines.
The crazy man himself, Frank Cornelissen. I’ve been digging these Sicilian wines recently, and thought I’d try one of the big dog natural producers, even if it’s his entry-level juice. This one is about 85% Nerello Mascalese with a field blend of other grapes grown on Etna. Tart cranberry, singed brown sugar, fresh strawberry, and some wet underbrush (like the smell of leaves after it rains). The palate is super zingy with refreshing acid, more tart cherries and cranberries, and a touch of a cola note. This wine shows what people mean when they say that natural wine is alive - it’s multi-dimensional, funky fresh, and delicious all at once. Can’t wait to try his higher end wines.
Jul 10th, 2018
Smoky AF natural delicious yess
Smoky AF natural delicious yess
Jun 29th, 2018Funky brambly and wild red berry fruit. Smoky scorched earth and spice. High acid palate with medium tannins. More crunchy tart fruit and a suggestion of fizz. Nice!
Funky brambly and wild red berry fruit. Smoky scorched earth and spice. High acid palate with medium tannins. More crunchy tart fruit and a suggestion of fizz. Nice!
May 18th, 2018
Tart berry fruit and smokey volcanic terroir. Most easygoing of the lineup. Shout out to @Marisa Reisman and @Levon Kololyan for organizing an incredible tasting
Tart berry fruit and smokey volcanic terroir. Most easygoing of the lineup. Shout out to @Marisa Reisman and @Levon Kololyan for organizing an incredible tasting
Apr 23rd, 2018The charming youthfullness may be gone, but there is still a lot to like about a five year old Contadino/Susucaru Rosso.
The charming youthfullness may be gone, but there is still a lot to like about a five year old Contadino/Susucaru Rosso.
Jul 19th, 2021Big bottle, big fun. Valcanic juice dissapearingly good. So fresh ☄️
Big bottle, big fun. Valcanic juice dissapearingly good. So fresh ☄️
Jul 18th, 2020
還元的、揮発的なニュアンスはないが自然派らしい味わい。
少し濁った味わい、ミネラル感、旨味。すっきりとした飲み心地ながら最後にはタンニンが締めくくる。
ブドウの個性を感じるかと言われたら疑問だが、ドリンカブルで飲み心地の良さが信条か。
還元的、揮発的なニュアンスはないが自然派らしい味わい。
少し濁った味わい、ミネラル感、旨味。すっきりとした飲み心地ながら最後にはタンニンが締めくくる。
ブドウの個性を感じるかと言われたら疑問だが、ドリンカブルで飲み心地の良さが信条か。
Best Contadino to date. Excellent.
Best Contadino to date. Excellent.
May 31st, 2019