COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Frappato
PRODUCER
Cantine Settesoli
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Mandrarossa Frappato 2022 is a single-varietal Frappato from Terre Siciliane IGT, produced by Cantine Settesoli under their Mandrarossa brand. The wine originates from vineyards in Menfi, on Sicily's southwestern coast, at an altitude of 250 meters on sandy soils. The Mandrarossa range is dedicated to expressing an innovative and terroir-driven vision of Sicily, with Frappato being a key grape in this endeavor. The name 'Frappato' itself is derived from the Sicilian dialect word 'frappatu,' meaning fruity, underscoring the grape's aromatic qualities.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Frappato's name comes from the Sicilian word 'frappatu,' meaning fruity.
Fact 02
The Mandrarossa range focuses on innovative, terroir-driven Sicilian wines.
Fact 03
This wine received a 90-point rating from Wine Enthusiast.
Fact 04
It's a versatile red, often enjoyed young.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Mandrarossa Frappato 2022 undergoes maceration and fermentation for 4-6 days at temperatures between 22-25°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 3-4 months in steel vats or for 6-8 months in cement and steel tanks. The grapes are hand-harvested, typically in the first week of September. The 2022 vintage experienced a cool spring and average summer conditions with a brief heatwave, impacting yields but contributing to quality.
