Description

Terre Dei Miti Frappato DOC (Organic/ Vegan)

Grapes: 100% Frappatto

Production area: Vittoria, in the province of Ragusa (Southeastern Sicily/ Sicilia)

Vineyards: Altitude about 200 m. a.s.l.

Exposure: South Microclimate dry and sunny summers; winters characterized by short and intense rains

Soil: medium textured sandy soils

Yield per Hectare: above 60 quintals

Vines per Hectare: 6.000 ca.

Training system: espalier spurred cordon; guyot

Harvest: by hand into crates, in September

Maceration and Fermentation: the carefully selected grapes are cold macerated for 24 hours; fermentation for approximately 10-15 days at a controlled temperature (22-24°C)

Ageing: in stainless steel vats and about 2 months in the bottle

Tasting notes: Brilliant ruby red with violet highlights; intense fragrance with notes of berries, floral scents and hints of wild herbs; lively, fruity, smooth and juicy taste, with a great drinkability

Food Pairings: pasta dishes, pizza, sweet and sour vegetables, Cous Cous Tabbouleh, Caprese salad, and alternative to white wine for seafood dishes, such as tuna tartare

Serving temperature: 13-16° C