Frappato

Reflecting the calm, if warmer, vintage, this pale red, 100% Frappato di Vittoria has a pure scent of violet cream that’s crunchy and fresh, with delectable, fragant (Scottish?) raspberry preserve ripeness; Arianna’s organic viticulture bringing out the essence of the small Frappato berries, rich in acidity and with thick skins. Born of the red sandy/loam-over-chalk soil plateau that slopes gently down between the Iblei mountains and the sea, refreshed constantly by shuttling breezes (hence the perfume). How amazing to think that such a wine, made so close to Tunisia is arguably Italy’s most ethereal. So pretty, but with intent. Limited quantities available.
David Berry Green