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A touch of skin maceration lends added firmness to a palate of Meyer lemon, tangerine cough lozenge, flinty smoke, and dried apricot set against a beam of acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40895117819984,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenMunjebelBianco_5f735802-cc84-4484-bcd8-4f7723863291.jpg?v=1700079918"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-susucaru-patos-bianco-2021","title":"Cornelissen Susucaru Patos Bianco 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA new wine from Frank, spearheaded by his Norwegian importer and made using a friend's grapes in Menfi, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eon Sicily's south-western coast; \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Frank accepted the challenge of a moderate skin fermented wine, not overly complex but with character, light-footed but having grip. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'Patos' is 100% \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCataratto with 10 days of skin contact, giving \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ecitrus, honey, herbal, and floral undertones. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe palate showcases a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003edelicious tension: lively and fresh, with bright acidity, stone fruit, salt, and that good Cornelissen zing that we love from Frank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40895118344272,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenSusucaroPatosBianco_31d8be3a-aa42-4bed-9332-a0d0f6150918.jpg?v=1724091023"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-susucaru-rosso-2023","title":"Cornelissen Susucaru Rosso 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe artist formerly known as 'Contadino' Rosso, Frank's entry-level red wine is a bucket of fun times. A field-blend of mostly Nerello Mascalese (85%) with other local varietals from all their old vine plots, Nerello Capuccio, Allicante Boushet, Minella and Uva Francesa. Like Etna herself, there is raw, unpredictable energy in the wine, which is radically alive, electric, and super sexy. Vivid, wild floral tones mix with notes of Campari and tart red berries, underlined by flinty, smoky minerality. There’s a reason Frank’s wines have achieved über-cult status...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41144001495120,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenSusucaruRosso.jpg?v=1715016054"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-munjebel-rosso-2022","title":"Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Munjebel Rosso is Frank's 'Grand Vin' or 'Classico' – his idea of what an authentic Northern Valley Etna wine should be. 100% Nerello Mascalese, it’s an ever-evolving blend of fruit from Frank's many parcels (including those used for his cru bottlings), and a wine that feels far more traditionally bent when compared to the raw and naked energy of Suscaru. At once brooding and energetic, it's as if lava ash and tone could be infused with raspberry and blackberry preserves. There's here's dark red cherries, wild mint, freshly cut flowers, grilled sage; a constant see-saw of savory, volcanic earth versus wild, ripe fruit. Deliciously complex, perfumed and ethereal, all supported by electric, almost pulsating beams of acidity. Stunning and wickedly fresh. Dangerously easy to drink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full md:w-1\/5 md:mr-4 space-y-1 lg:space-y-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41144005623888,"sku":null,"price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenMunjebelRosso.jpg?v=1715019558"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-munjebel-rosso-mc-2020","title":"Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso MC 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eSourced from \u003cem\u003econtrada\u003c\/em\u003e Monte Colla \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eat 780 to 800 meters in elevation, Frank refers to this as his 'Hermitage' of Etna, as it comes from vines planted in 1946 to an extremely steep and terraced vineyard, which is exposed to sun and wind and sits directly north of Etna's smouldering peak. 100% Nerello Mascalese, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ethe 2020 MC opens with dark floral tones and a mix of dusty roses, ash and dried black cherries. Silky and serene, this stands out for its vibrant red berry fruits and hints of sour citrus, becoming quite spicy toward the close.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41144005656656,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenMunjebelMC.jpg?v=1715016386"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-munjebel-rosso-fm-2020","title":"Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso FM 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of two different bottlings from the relatively large \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003econtrada\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of Feudo di Mezzo, the FM is pulled from vines at the lower end of the parcel. Although lower in the valley floor, the wines are of an unusual elegance which characterizes this corner of the contrada. Relatively deep soil which, in humid vintages can create some problems, aids in building ripeness during those that aren't. \u003c\/span\u003eThe 2020 Rosso Munjebel FM is a beautiful interpretation of Feudo di Mezzo — darkly floral, with dusty rose and dried black cherries accentuated by hints of sage and lavender. It displays velvety textures but possesses ample lift and finesse. Cooling acidity and a cascade of perfumed florals amass toward the close, it finishes remarkably fresh with a gently tannic heft, leaving a pleasantly tart sensation of sour cherry that keeps the mouth watering for more. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurgundian elegance and roundness come to mind, with a site-specific Sicilian radiance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col md:flex-row items-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41144005754960,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenMunjebelFM.jpg?v=1715016448"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-munjebel-rosso-cr-2020","title":"Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso CR 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Munjebel CR sees fruit sourced from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003econtrada\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCampo Re in Castiglione di Sicilia, situated at the far Western side in the valley floor. The wines are typically profound and tannic, and more Nebbiolo-ish compared to their other crus. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nocopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasses of crushed stone, ash, dusty sage and blackberry form a darkly alluring bouquet as the 2020 Rosso Munjebel CR grumbles up from the glass. This is pure seduction with textures of pure silk and vividly ripe wild berry fruits. It finds lovely balance through a core of saline-tinged acidity. Wonderfully lifted and refined despite the power within, the CR finishes crunchy and long with a coating of gently grippy tannins that frame the experience perfectly. It's almost impossible to stop at just one glass. Wow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41144006639696,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenMunjebelCR.jpg?v=1715016484"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-munjebel-rosso-cd-2020","title":"Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso CD 2020","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nocopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Rosso Munjebel CD is the wild child of Cornelissen’s lineup this year. A zesty bouquet of blood orange, cloves, dried roses, cedar shavings and black cherries is invigorated by hints of grapefruit zest. Lifted and pure, the CD sweeps across the palate with textures of pure silk as its tart wild berry fruits are motivated by brisk acidity. An array of sweet spices swirls throughout as the 2020 tapers off energetic and wildly fresh, leaving a gentle tinge of fine tannins on the finish. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020s are aromatically stunning, placing fruit front and center, yet they are crunchy and precise, with vibrant acidity that gets the mouth watering halfway through the experience. Tasting these wines reaffirms Cornelissen’s commitment to allowing each vineyard and vintage to speak clearly through his wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom Frank: Since the day we started producing wines back in 2001 the grapes from this contrada were always a bit more expensive than other areas and the reputation has always been high. In cold and difficult vintages the structure of the soil with many smaller rocks, can give an advantage in absorbing warmth and radiating this during the colder evening hours. The wines are generally more feminine combining elegance and in the best cases the wines are profound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41144008507472,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/CornelissenMunjebelCD_22884862-099b-4728-aac0-fb92db878f25.png?v=1745268992"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-munjebel-rosso-pa-2020","title":"Cornelissen Munjebel Rosso PA 2020","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nocopy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 wafts up with a sweet-and-sour bouquet as spiced orange and tropical citrus combine with masses of black raspberry and a dusting of violet candies. 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The Porcaria is built on power yet elegant to the extreme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41144893734992,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/MunjebelPA_379b337a-43c7-48ab-bc1a-09326ce6e2e9.png?v=1745269136"},{"product_id":"cornelissen-magma-rosso-2020","title":"Cornelissen Magma Rosso 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrank's 'Grand Vin' hails from 100-year-old, ungrafted Nerello Mascalese vines in their Barbabecchi vineyard; at 910 meters asl it's the highest in the region, and, planted around 1910 and North-North East exposed, it captures the first and cool morning sun rays. 'Magma' is produced only in great vintages when they can achieve phenolic ripeness and is known for its pure expression of the variety and vineyard. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZRS West","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41184651214928,"sku":"210000005194","price":325.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/7695\/files\/FrankCornelissenMunjebelRossoMagmaEtnaSicily2017.jpg?v=1714520308"}],"url":"https:\/\/biondivino.com\/collections\/frank-cornelissen\/sauvignon+fruit-forward.oembed","provider":"Biondivino","version":"1.0","type":"link"}