Wine at the Table
Frappato
The short answer
Frappato is a red Italian wine from Sicily (Vittoria), made from Frappato. It tastes light, floral, strawberry and pairs best with tuna, pizza and light pasta.
- Style
- Light, floral, strawberry, Sicily (Vittoria)
- Glass
- Wide-bowl red wine glass at 56°F / 13°C
- Strength
- About 12.5% ABV
Where it comes from
A pale aromatic red from southeastern Sicily around Vittoria.
What you need
- Grape: Frappato
- Region: Sicily (Vittoria)
- Style: Light, floral, strawberry
How Larry builds it
- 01
Get the temperature right. Serve at 56°F / 13°C. Most kitchens are too warm — 15 minutes in the fridge helps.
- 02
Pour with food. Built for the table: tuna, pizza and light pasta.
- 03
Larry's tip. Chilled red for tuna and summer.
Larry’s rule: Chilled red for tuna and summer.
Variations worth making
Questions people ask
What food goes with Frappato?
Frappato pairs well with tuna, pizza and light pasta.
What grape is Frappato made from?
Frappato, grown in Sicily (Vittoria).
What does Frappato taste like?
Light, floral, strawberry.
What temperature should Frappato be served at?
About 56°F / 13°C.
What to eat with it
Pour it like Larry
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