Frappato, Sicily
Sicily is a happy island for wine: from the slopes of Etna to the coasts of Cerasuolo, to the small islands of Salina and Pantelleria, each area has its own grape variety and style, with wines so different that sometimes they seem to come from different continents, obtained both from native grapes such as Grillo, Carricante and Frappato, and from great international grapes that have found a small paradise on the island, such as Chardonnay. Viticulture in this region has ancient origins, suspended between the legend that tells of a thirsty Dionysus, from whose tears the first vine was born, and the history that documents the arrival of the Greeks, and before them even the Phoenicians, with the first rooted cuttings.
Character and uniqueness of Sicilian red wines.
The slopes of Etna certainly represent one of the most suitable areas for viticulture in Sicily, with excellent results for Sicilian red wine, which here takes on an almost alpine elegance. Here the extreme conditions such as the volcanic soil, the slope of the land and the altitude of the vineyards make viticulture heroic and there are few indigenous grapes, such as Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. Sicily, however, has many other interesting appellations as regards red wines: in addition to Etna Doc we find in fact, next to the very small Doc Eloro, which preserves rare native grapes such as Perricone and Pignatello, the Contessa Entellina appellation, cradle of cult Sicilian reds, such as Mille e Una Notte, obtained from Nero d'Avola or from international Cabernet and Merlot grapes. Do not forget the Cerasuolo di Vittoria, in south-eastern Sicily, the only DOCG in the region and an admirable union of Nero d'Avola and Frappato.
Sicilian white wine: dry or sweet, it is however a masterpiece.
Carricante, Grillo, Chardonnay, Malvasia: Sicily is not only the home of great red wines but also of intense and fragrant whites and sweet wines to make you lose your mind. From the aromatic grapes of Chardonnay are born Sicilian white wines for aging in Doc Melfi and Alcamo, able to compete with the great wines of Burgundy, while Moscato, Zibibbo and Malvasia give life to fresh and exciting wines in Salina and on the Sicilian coasts, which become splendid sweet passito wines in Pantelleria, Lipari and Noto. The results of heroic viticulture on Etna are also exceptional, where the whites obtained from Carricante grapes stand out for their minerality and longevity. Last but not least, Marsala, born mainly from white grapes and historical wine of the island of Sicily.
What is the finest Sicilian wine?
It is difficult to answer this question, because Sicily has a wine production equal to that of Veneto and Tuscany, certainly we cannot fail to mention among the red wines the Mille e Una Notte by Donnafugata and the Harmonium by Firriato among the red wines and Planeta's Chardonnay among whites. However, there are other wineries that produce excellent wines such as Tasca d'Almerita and Duca di Salaparuta, Li Ciuri and Cusumano, Palmento Costanzo and Nicosia just to name a few. Finally, among the big names in sweet wines, we cannot forget the Marsala di Florio and the sweet wines of Donnafugata.
What is the oldest sweet Sicilian wine?
Marsala is undoubtedly one of the oldest sweet wines in Sicily: as early as 1832 Vincenzo Florio, a native of Bagnara Calabra, exported this sweet wine to over 99 countries around the world.
What is the best match for a white Sicilian wine?
The Sicilian white wines, with their characteristic intensity that unites them all, the minerality that characterizes those of Etna and the savory notes typical of those born on the islands are perfect in combination with all fish dishes rich in taste, from dishes with sardines up to pasta with swordfish, passing through fish soups and cous cous up to stuffed squid and sweet and sour tuna and aubergine caponata.
Terre Siciliane IGT Frappato 2024 Mandrarossa
Frappato di Mandrarossa is a Sicilian wine made from one of the native red grapes of the region, Frappato.
The grapes are harvested during the first week of September. Maceration and fermentation last 4-6 days and take place in thermo-controlled steel vats, where the subsequent wine ages for 3-4 months.
In the glass it has a ruby red color with violet reflections. The bouquet expresses intense fruity aromas of cherry, black cherry, small red fruits, cinnamon and vanilla. The sip is sapid and of me...
View product pageTerre Siciliane IGT Frappato 2021 Feudo Maccari
The Terre Siciliane Frappato by Feudo Maccari is produced with one of the most typical native red grapes of Sicily, the Frappato.
The wine is made up exclusively of Frappato grapes, which ferment, with maceration on the skins, in thermo-controlled steel tanks.
This wine has a ruby red color with violet reflections. The nose opens on aromas of freesia and lavender, of crunchy red fruit such as cherry and strawberry. The sip is fresh and fragrant, with soft tannins.
Ideal to be enjoyed with fish soup...
View product pageSicilia DOC Frappato Colori di Sicilia 2024 Feudi del Pisciotto
The Frappato by Feudi del Pisciotto is a medium-bodied young red wine, produced in Niscemi with 100% Frappato grapes, one of the oldest native vines of Sicily. The vineyards are cultivated on medium-textured soils rich in skeleton, at an altitude of about 100 meters above sea level. It is part of the Colori di Sicilia line, which celebrates the historical varieties of the island, with a label that evokes the strength of volcanic lava with fiery red brushstrokes, inspired by the ceramics of the m...
View product pageSicilia DOC Frappato Fondo Filara 2024 Nicosia
The Fondo Filara line in Nicosia has the objective of identifying the most suitable place of cultivation to enhance the characteristics of the most valuable native varieties of Sicily. The Frappato grapes that give life to this wine come from the Bonincontro district, located in the Ragusa area of Vittoria.
The harvest takes place with careful selection of the bunches between the end of September and the beginning of October. Fermentation takes place with maceration for 15 days at controlled temp...
View product pageTerre Siciliane IGT Frappato Bio Vegan 2023 Nicosia
BioVegan Frappato by Cantine Nicosia is an organic red wine made from carefully selected Frappato grapes, typical of south-eastern Sicily. This label represents an authentic interpretation of a native vine, enhanced through sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. It is a wine with a modern character but deeply linked to the island's winemaking tradition.
The winemaking process is carried out according to methods that respect nature, with controlled fermentation aimed at preserving the...
View product pageSicilia DOC Frappato Belsito 2022 Terre di Giurfo
The Belsito red wine is produced by Terre di Giurfo, an estate located in south-eastern Sicily, along the Dirillo River valley on the border between the municipalities of Licodia Eubea and the Iblea province.
The Frappato grapes are harvested in mid-September, to then be vinified with maceration on the skins for 8-15 days in thermo-regulated steel tanks. Subsequently the wine always ages in steel.
It is presented in the glass with a light ruby red color, while the nose expresses intense hints of b...
View product pageSicilia DOC Frappato Fondo Filara 2023 Nicosia
The Fondo Filara line in Nicosia has the objective of identifying the most suitable place of cultivation to enhance the characteristics of the most valuable native varieties of Sicily. The Frappato grapes that give life to this wine come from the Bonincontro district, located in the Ragusa area of Vittoria.
The harvest takes place with careful selection of the bunches between the end of September and the beginning of October. Fermentation takes place with maceration for 15 days at controlled temp...
View product pageSicilia DOC Frappato 2022 Tenute Orestiadi
The Frappato delle Tenute Orestiadi comes from the vineyards cultivated on the red earth of the gentle reliefs of the Trapani hinterland, mainly made up of silt and clay.
It is obtained through a traditional red winemaking process, followed by aging in steel for 4 months and for another 8-10 months in French oak tonneaux. Then complete the refinement in the bottle for at least 6 months.
It has a bright red color with light purple hues. The nose is fresh and enveloping, with tones of violet and red...
View product pageEuphorya Vino Spumante Rosé Frappato Casa Grazia
Euphorya is produced by Casa Grazia, located near Lake Biviere, in the province of Caltanissetta and managed by Maria Grazia Di Francesco.
The wine is made from 100% Frappato grapes, harvested in the second and third decade of August. The grapes are de-stemmed and softly pressed. This is followed by the static decantation of the must and the fermentation at a controlled temperature for 15 days. The sparkling wine is made in a pressurized tank and lasts 2 months.
In the glass it shows a light salmo...
View product pageTerre Siciliane IGT Frappato Rina Russa 2023 Santa Tresa
The Rina Russa di Santa Tresa red wine is born in vineyards located in Sicily, in the province of Ragusa, from pure Frappato grapes. In Sicilian dialect “Rina Russa” means “red sand”.
The grapes are first kept in a cold room for one night. They are then destemmed and softly pressed. The vinification takes place in steel vats and lasts 10-12 days. The refinement takes place in steel for 4-6 months.
Bright ruby red in colour, it expresses itself on the nose with hints of wild strawberry. The sip is ...
View product pageVino Spumante di Qualità Brut Duca Rosé Duca di Salaparuta
The Brut Duca Rosé sparkling wine of Duca di Salaparuta comes from vineyards in central-southern Sicily located at an average altitude of over 200 meters above sea level
It is obtained from 100% Frappato grapes, one of the native red vines of Sicily. After a short cold maceration on the skins and the soft pressing of the grapes, the must is vinified at a controlled temperature and made into the sparkling wine in an autoclave according to the Charmat method. The sparkling wine ages for 6 months on...
View product pageVittoria DOC Frappato 2024 Planeta
Sicilia Vittoria Frappato di Planeta rises from the Mogli vineyard, in Acate, in the province of Ragusa, in a land rich in red sands that is positively affected by the proximity of the sea.
It is produced exclusively with grapes of the rare Frappato variety, harvested manually in the second week of September. It is the result of a fermentation with maceration in contact with the skins for 7 days. After malolactic fermentation, the wine remains to refine in steel until bottling.
It is characterized...
View product pageTerre Siciliane IGT Frappato Gazzerotta Junco 2023 Pellegrino
Pellegrino's Frappato Junco is a wine produced solely from the Frappato grape variety that originates from the Gazzerotta estate in Mazara del Vallo, Sicily, an area notable for its mineral-rich clay soil. This area is characterized by a climate that places the vines in conditions of water stress and exposes them to high maximum temperatures, factors that contribute to defining the unique profile of this wine.
The harvest takes place manually in September. A long fermentation at low temperature a...
View product pageTerre Siciliane IGT Il Frappato 2022 Arianna Occhipinti
Arianna Occhipinti's Frappato comes from organically grown vineyards located in the Ragusa area of Vittoria, south of the Iblei Mountains.
It is produced exclusively with Frappato di Vittoria grapes, harvested manually in the first 10 days of October. Fermentation takes place with maceration on the skins for 30 days, with indigenous yeasts. The wine then ages for 14 months in Slavonian oak barrels and for another 30 days in bottle before being placed on the market again.
Ruby red wine, it releases...
View product pageTerre Siciliane IGT Frappato 2019 Feudi del Pisciotto
Terre Siciliane Frappato Carolina Marengo for Kisa by Feudi del Pisciotto was born in vineyards located in the municipality of Niscemi, in the province of Caltanissetta.
It is produced with only Frappato grapes, harvested manually in the first week of October. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature. After the malolactic fermentation, the wine ages for 10 months in new and second passage barriques, and in bottle for a further 8 months before being marketed.
It i...
View product pageSicilia DOC Frappato Belsito 2021 Terre di Giurfo
The Belsito red wine is produced by Terre di Giurfo, an estate located in south-eastern Sicily, along the Dirillo River valley on the border between the municipalities of Licodia Eubea and the Iblea province.
The Frappato grapes are harvested in mid-September, to then be vinified with maceration on the skins for 8-15 days in thermo-regulated steel tanks. Subsequently the wine always ages in steel.
It is presented in the glass with a light ruby red color, while the nose expresses intense hints of b...
View product pageVino Spumante Rosé Brut Il Frappato Santa Tresa
The Brut Il Frappato di Santa Tresa sparkling wine is born in vineyards located in Sicily, in the province of Ragusa, from Frappato grapes.
The grapes are destemmed and softly pressed, and then started to ferment thanks to the use of selected yeasts. The sparkling wine production takes place in steel tanks according to the Charmat method.
Pale pink in color and with a fine perlage, it expresses itself on the nose with hints of wild strawberry and citrus fruits. The sip is fresh and elegant.
Excelle...
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