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U...Passimiento Nero d'Avola Frappato Sicilia DOC wine — Baglio Gibellina winery — Dionysus
RedSiciliaDOC

U...Passimiento Nero d'Avola Frappato Sicilia DOC

by Baglio Gibellina · Sicily, Italy

AppellationSiciliaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesNero d'Avola, Frappato
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessOff-dry
ColourRed
Colour depthDark
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for1–3 years
Bottled in0.75 l · 1.5 l
Baglio GibellinaSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The old vineyards lie at 300–600 m above sea level and produce very low yields.

Grapes

The blend comprises 70% Nero d’Avola and 30% Frappato.

Vinification

The Nero d’Avola is left on the vine to wither slightly and lose moisture naturally, concentrating the fruit. The Frappato is harvested early to preserve freshness in the must. Before fermentation, the grapes undergo partial drying in a process called “passimiento”, intended to add depth and complexity. The varieties are vinified separately, then slowly blended in proportions selected for each vintage.

Tasting profile

Rich and velvety, with ripe fruit character, freshness, concentration and depth.