Sicily's primary red grapes are Frappato & Nero d'Avola and blends thereof: the former is generally light & aromatic, while the latter is fuller-bodied and dense. Fuorizona Frappato is the best of both worlds, with all the floral notes plus a little extra depth and weight. Marilena Barbera hand-harvests the fruit and vinifies with wild yeasts through primary and malolactic fermentations. The wine ages on the lees in large, old Slavonian barrels for 6 months and is bottled unfined/unfiltered for a bright, medium-bodied palate showing notes of sour cherry, pink peppercorns, Mediterranean herbs, flowers, black olive, blood orange, and pomegranate. We like it a bit chilled and served with nightshade vegetables, beans, couscous, and seafood pasta. Vegan and just 12% ABV.
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