NoseFresh nose of red fruit, cherries and sweet spices black-cherrycloveraspberry
FlavorRound and balanced with bright acidity, velvety tannins and a persistent spicy finish
Sicily At a Glance
Region NameSicily
Sicily is Italy’s southernmost region and the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. For more than 2500 years, Sicily (Sicilia in Italian) has been a significant center of Mediterranean viniculture, although the reputation and style of its wines have changed significantly over that time.
Score: 92Vintage 2019Vinous MediaThe 2019 Frappato Carolina Marengo for Kisa takes its time blossoming in the glass, at first nuanced with sweet violet florals and spice. Over time, notes of ripe strawberry and sweet smoke evolve. There are depths of velvety texture here, creating an impression of pure elegance, as polished red and blue fruits wash effortlessly across the palate. A subtle layer of fine tannins lingers, framing the experience quite nicely, yet not getting in the way of this undeniable beauty of a Frappato. Enjoy the 2019 now or over the next two to three years.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2019Wine SpectatorEnticing notes of stargazer lily and exotic spice draw you into the glass of this creamy, medium-bodied red, where plumped cherry and baked fig fruit flavors are accented by the fragrant overtone. Fine tannins emerge on the mineral-laced finish. Frappato. Drink now through 2024. 3,000 cases made, 500 cases imported.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2018James Suckling A fruity and focused red with plum and orange-peel aromas and flavors. Medium body, light fruit and a fresh finish. Dried-berry and dried-flower undertones. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 89Vintage 2018Wine SpectatorFine and aromatic, with pretty violet, spice box and graphite accents wafting through flavors of crushed blackberry, bergamot and thyme. It's medium-bodied and fresh, with light tannins defining the finish. Frappato. Drink now through 2023. 2,000 cases made, 500 cases imported.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 91Vintage 2017Wine SpectatorA skein of woodsy spice and graphite winds through th elush flavours of plumped cherry, dried fig, lilac and star anise in this round, medium bodied red framed by creamy tannis and fresh acidity. Drink now through 2025.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 88Vintage 2017James SucklingDried cherries, walnuts and peach stones with leather and tar make for a ripe, fruit-forward nose. Full-bodied and very rich, but quite drying and overdone, frankly. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
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