The 2013 Contrada R (with fruit from the Contrada Rampante) is a pure expression of Nerello Mascalese that ages in large oak barrels for 18 months. Compared to the other single-vineyard expressions from Passopisciaro, this wine is a bit simpler and more streamlined overall. It offers aromatic tones that are characteristic of volcanic soils with ash, dried fruit and crème de cassis. But the wine is a bit shorter and not as impactful as the others. The finish is dry and dusty.