Frappato 'Junco' Pellegrino

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Pellegrino
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Pellegrino
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
12.5%
Vinification
Soft maceration and long fermentation at low and controlled temperature
Aging
4 months in steel
Grape varieties
Frappato 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies traditional Italian winemaking heritage. With 12.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Frappato 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate shows depth and structure, with a finish that lingers pleasantly. The fruit is sourced from vineyards vines on clay matrix soil rich in minerals. Vinification: soft maceration and long fermentation at low and controlled temperature. The wine is aged 4 months in steel. A wine capturing Sicily's sun-soaked character and ancient viticultural roots.

Food Pairings

Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
Grilled red meats and game
Wild mushroom risotto
Braised lamb with herbs
Mature pecorino cheese

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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