Frappato

Frappato

Frappato is a grape variety native to Sicily, a sun-drenched island located at the southern tip of Italy. Despite its growing popularity, Frappato is still relatively less known in comparison to its Sicilian counterpart, the robust Nero D'avola grape. Frappato produces wines which are exquisitely light, fresh, and mellow on the palate accompanied by distinctive bright red fruit aromas.

One of the unique qualities of Frappato is its surprising ability to maintain a high level of acidity and freshness, even when grown under the scorching Mediterranean sun. This leads to wines that possess a vibrant, refreshing character that deviates from our typical preconceived notions about Sicilian wines.

Frappato wines offer a pleasing bouquet of ripe strawberries, cherries, dried herbs, and floral notes with an underlying hint of earthy minerality. Remarkably, the wine is not one that demands long periods of ageing and is typically enjoyed young.

Frappato is often used in blending with the Nero D'avola grape to create the luscious Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Sicily's only DOCG wine. This blend wonderfully balances the powerful structure of Nero D'avola with the delightful fruity characters and sprightly acidity of the Frappato grape. It is a match that manifests the best qualities of South-Eastern Sicilian terroir.

As well as being popular locally, Frappato has started to gain recognition and admiration internationally, as wine enthusiasts and experts alike continue to discover and appreciate the charm of this unique grape. The rise of Frappato is indeed a testament to Sicily's budding potential as a region that can produce diverse and engaging wines alongside its more traditionally recognised offerings. Sturdy yet elegant, Frappato is a grape that reflects the true spirit of Sicilian winemaking– dynamic, characterful, and deeply rooted in the island's rich, sun-soaked terroir.

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