Nicosia

Sabbie di Sutta Frappato

Nicosia

Sabbie di Sutta Frappato

Just a few miles from the southernmost tip of the Italian peninsula, in a corner of Sicily that smells like Africa, is the lively agricultural center of Vittoria, home to Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico. The surrounding territory, set between two rivers, is characterized by its fertility and typical Mediterranean climate. The large Bonincontro vineyards are found in the heart of this area historically devoted to making high-quality wines. The characteristic sandy texture soils are ideal for raising the native grapes of Frappato, which are organically grown here with the guyot vine training system.

Wine Production

Frappato is an age-old variety typical of Southeastern Sicily dates back to the seventeenth century. It has fairly elongated bunches and grapes with an intense red, almost violet colour, and produces wines known for their heady fruity aromas, freshness and mellow palate.

Tasting Notes

Vivid ruby red with violet highlights. The wine has a pleasantly fragrant bouquet of fresh red fruits, raspberries and blueberries. The palate is lively, fruity and smooth.

Food Pairing

Excellent partner for pasta dishes with tomato sauce, sweet and sour vegetables, or with the classic Neapolitan pizza.

Just a few miles from the southernmost tip of the Italian peninsula, in a corner of Sicily that smells like Africa, is the lively agricultural center of Vittoria, home to Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico. The surrounding territory, set between two rivers, is characterized by its fertility and typical Mediterranean climate. The large Bonincontro vineyards are found in the heart of this area historically devoted to making high-quality wines. The characteristic sandy texture soils are ideal for raising the native grapes of Frappato, which are organically grown here with the guyot vine training system.

Wine Production

Frappato is an age-old variety typical of Southeastern Sicily dates back to the seventeenth century. It has fairly elongated bunches and grapes with an intense red, almost violet colour, and produces wines known for their heady fruity aromas, freshness and mellow palate.

Tasting Notes

Vivid ruby red with violet highlights. The wine has a pleasantly fragrant bouquet of fresh red fruits, raspberries and blueberries. The palate is lively, fruity and smooth.

Food Pairing

Excellent partner for pasta dishes with tomato sauce, sweet and sour vegetables, or with the classic Neapolitan pizza.

Vineyard & Production Info

Production area/appellation:
SICILIA DOC
Vineyard name:
Contrada Bonincontro
Vineyard size:
60 ha acres
Soil composition:
medium textured sandy soil
Elevation:
656 feet
Exposure:
south
Harvest time:
September
Bottles produced of this wine:
20,000
Average Vine Age:
15 years
Certified Eco-Friendly Practices:
Made with Organic Grapes, Vegan

Winemaking & Aging

Maceration length:
cold macerated for 24 hours
Varietal composition:
100% frappato
Fermentation container:
stainless steel tank
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
10-15 days days
Fermentation temperature:
controlled temperature (22-24°C) °F
Maceration technique:
pumping over
Malolactic fermentation:
yes
Fining agent:
vegan
Length of bottle aging:
3 months

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.7
Acidity:
>4 g/L
Alcohol:
12.5 %
Residual sugar:
<5 g/L