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Frascati Superiore

Wines

On the volcanic hills of Grottaferrata, just south of Rome, the Santarelli family has tended vines since 1974. Their Frascati Superiore is the classic white of the Castelli Romani, made the way it deserves: Malvasia del Lazio leads, joined by Trebbiano Giallo, Bellone and Bombino. It is fermented cool in stainless steel, with no oak.

Appellation: Frascati Superiore DOCG

Type: White, dry

Varietal: Malvasia del Lazio 70%, Trebb. Giallo, Bombino, Bellone 30%

Wine Details:

Tasting Notes:
Color: Bright straw yellow with golden highlights.
Bouquet: The nose shows ripe pear and apple, white blossom and jasmine, with hints of melon and tropical fruit.
Palate: fresh but textured, with orchard fruit, citrus peel and a stony mineral thread, leading to a dry, savory, saline finish.
Alcohol: 13.5% (varies with vintage)
Serving Temperature: 10-12 C° (50-54º F).
Food Pairings: Spaghetti alle vongole, cacio e pepe, saltimbocca alla romana, grilled sea bass, fried artichokes (carciofi alla giudia), light risottos and fresh mozzarella.

Vinyard Notes:
Production area: Grottaferrata, Castelli Romani, Lazio.
Exposure: South-east facing hillside vineyards
Soil: Volcanic - granular tufa, pozzolana and mineral-rich deposits.
Altitude: Approx. 250–300 m above sea level (820–985 ft)
Training and density: Spurred cordon, about 5,500 vines per hectare
 

Winemaking Notes:
Vinification: Gentle pressing; temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel at about 18°C (64°F) for 8–10 days. 
Aging: Stainless steel, then bottle. No oak.