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Ti Cuntu Terre Siciliane Frappato Rosato
Tenute Senia
Italy - Sicily - Terre Siciliane IGP

Ti Cuntu… means “I will tell you a story…” in Sicilian dialect and it refers to the ability of the wines made from these native grapes to tell the story of their terroir and of their history. The label shows the dry stone walls and the wild myrtle which characterize their territory.

Frappato is a rare native grape of Vittoria and is almost exclusively grown in Eastern Sicily. The vineyards lie on the sides of Mont Iblei at 300 meters above sea level on a south-west exposure. The relatively infertile terrain encourages the concentrated structure with a light color and beautiful aromatics. Irrigation is generally avoided. There are 4,000 plants per hectare. Agriculture is sustainable and no herbicides or pesticides are used and wild herbs fill the vineyard rows.

Color: Bright salmon pink with garnet reflections
Bouquet: A ripe strawberry, berries, pomegranate, roses and violets fill the bouquet.
Taste: Fresh and berry-filled. The tannins are refined and the acidity lively. The finish is notable and long.

Specifications
Appellation
Terre Siciliane IGP
Wine Type
Rosé
Varietal(s)
100% Frappato
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Soil type
The soil is clay and sand mixed with stones
Vinification
Yield per Hectare: 70/80 quintals per hectare
Vinification: The grapes are soft press and the juice fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts. 5 hours maceration on the skins at 10°C. Racking takes place using a horizontal membrane press which allows for a delicate extraction of the must.
Aging: 2 months in stainless steel. 1 month in bottle.
Pairings

Excellent with sushi, salamis, seafood, fresh cheeses and light pasta dishes.

Producer Information: Tenute Senia

The estate of Tenute Senia was founded in 1850 by the family Nicosia in the Senia district of the province of Ragusa and now consists of 17 hectares total. The ...
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