Grape · Red
Frappato
RedWSET level 3
Light and elegant, often compared to Gamay. Part of Cerasuolo di Vittoria (with Nero d'Avola). Aromatic and fresh.
- Origin
- Sicily, Italy
- Climate
- Warm
- Skin colour
- Dark blue, thin
- Alcohol
- 12-13%
- Ageing potential
- Young to medium
Taste profile
Aromas
- Strawberries
- Red cherry
- Flowers
- Herbs
- Pepper
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG
- Frappato Sicilia
Food
Fish, light pasta, antipasti
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