Santa Tresa Organic Frappato

In our corner of Sicily, Vittoria in the south east of the island, Frappato is the locals' favourite red wine. In the hot summer days, we enjoy it lightly chilled, often with fish. The perfectly balanced, elegant Frappato reflects the harmony between our winemaking and nature.

Style: Smooth and elegant
Flavour & Aroma: Wild strawberries, with touches of spice
Ideal with: Meaty pasta sauces, cheese, or slightly chilled with tuna or swordfish

Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week

Wine of Italy, Organic wine, In harmony with nature, Vegan friendly

Organic wine
Vegan friendly
At Santa Tresa we don’t use pesticides! Not even organic. We only use very limited amount of Sulphur and Copper in the vineyard. Instead of manure (these are vegan wines after all!) we fertilise their vines using Favino that is fava bean that we grow ourselves and is extremely effective. We use a whole host of methods to combat diseases, like sexual confusion to treat the Tignola moth, and a variety of Bacillus that is a natural defence against several diseases like moths and mildew.

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Ideal with: meaty pasta sauces, cheese, or slightly chilled with tuna or swordfish

Serve at room temperature

Bottle

Origin:
Product of Italy

Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Contains Sulphites

Suitable for Vegetarians; Suitable for Vegans; Organic

Santa Tresa

Santa Tresa's organic philosophy encourages local wildlife: wild rabbits feed on the grass that we let grow between the vines to create our very own "biodiversity"

At Santa Tresa we respect and encourage nature which in return allows us to produce great wine that really is more than just organic, it's also unique!

Santa Tresa,
Vittoria (RG),
Italia.

Italy

Santa Tresa,
Vittoria (RG),
Italia.
www.santatresa.com

Santa Tresa was established in 1697 and is located on a plain, with the Dirillo river to the north, Iblei mountains to the east and open sea to the south and west. Wine has shaped the lives of the people of Vittoria, who have lived and breathed the culture for over 3,000 years. The symbol is an important part of the brand represents “Sun and Gold” and dates back to medieval times. Sun and Gold are very much associated with Sicily - a land blessed by “golden light”.

North South Wines

Frappato

2020

VITTORIA (SICILY)- The rich volcanic soil is highly fertile and the harsh sun is tempered by the cooling sea breezes, making the island a winemaking paradise

Rina Russa has a unique style, as the Frappato grapes come from ancient clones developed on our estate. It has a beautiful light cherry colour, with a vibrant bouquet of strawberries and a beautifully balanced palate, with silky smooth fruit.

13.5

9.75

The Wine People

In Sicily we drink it slightly chilled with grilled tuna

Stefano Chiocciolo

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The grapes are chilled overnight at a temperature of 6-8°C, in order to preserve the particular qualities of the Frappato. After a gentle destemming and crushing, grapes are fermented at a temperature of 18-22°C for 10-12 days. The wine is separated from the skins and malolactic fermentation takes place naturally. After malolactic fermentation is complete, the wine is kept on its fine lees for 4-6 months in stainless steel tanks, with regular stirring, before bottling.