Azienda Agricola Paolo Cali’
Frappato, “Mandragola”, 2006

Grape Varietal(s): Frappato

Vineyard Size: 12.5 acres

Annual Production: 1667 cases

Single Vineyard Name: n/a

Appellation: Vittoria

Region: Sicily

Country: Italy

Topography: Hillside

Harvest: Middle of October

Alcohol Content: 13% volume

Vinification:

Grapes are handpicked . Temperature controlled stainless steel fermentation. Aged in stainless steel and oak casks.

Tasting Notes:

A penetrating raspberry/dry flower bouquet turns tender and expressive in the mouth; light acidity mixed with a spare medley of fruit (cherry, raspberry, mulberry), honey and clove for a sustained finish -- a breathtaking wine. Tantalizing, refreshing, and inimitable. Serve Paolo Cali’s “Mandragola” slightly cooler (53-56 F.) than other reds. This one shows a brilliant pale ruby hue with amber edge tones. It’s aptly named by the Italian word for Mandrake, a root plant native to the lands around the Mediterranean. (Through the ages the Mandrake was thought to hold magical powers because its forked branches bore a vague resemblance to the human shape.) Serve this as an aperitif with prosciutto and melon; creamy goats milk cheese and fig jam; herbal pasta dishes; and seafood such as a lobster salad with mango chutney on the side. Braised marjoram-spiced pork chops would be excellent. “Mandragola” is perfect to sip and enjoy without food. Amazing price/quality ratio at $22.50 per bottle.

Azienda Agricola Paolo Cali’ is a relatively new winery located in the only DOCG area of Sicily - Cerasuolo di Vittoria. To date, the winery has approximately 33 acres of vineyards and cultivates Sicily’s main indigenous varietals - Nero d’Avola and Frappato. The winery’s owner, Paolo Cali, has recently rebuilt the Cantina, updating all of the vinification, bottling and storage equipment. Future plans include reconstructing other buildings on the property for wine tasting and guest accommodations.

The philosophy of Azienda Agricola Paolo Cali is to maintain the character of the traditional Sicilian wines while using modern winemaking techniques, always making sure that quality is the top priority.

Contact Information:

Azienda Agricola Paolo Cali’
Via Cancellieri, 48
97019 Vittoria (RG)
Tel. : +39-3334560012
Fax: +39-0932981483
Email: info@vinicali.it

Website: http://www.vinicali.it

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