Wine at the Table
Freisa
The short answer
Freisa is a red Italian wine from Piedmont, made from Freisa. It tastes raspberry, rose, tangy; sometimes fizzy and pairs best with sausage, salumi and pizza.
- Style
- Raspberry, rose, tangy; sometimes fizzy, Piedmont
- Glass
- Wide-bowl red wine glass at 58°F / 14°C
- Strength
- About 12.5–13.5% ABV
Where it comes from
A Piedmontese grape genetically related to Nebbiolo.
What you need
- Grape: Freisa
- Region: Piedmont
- Style: Raspberry, rose, tangy; sometimes fizzy
How Larry builds it
- 01
Get the temperature right. Serve at 58°F / 14°C. Most kitchens are too warm — 15 minutes in the fridge helps.
- 02
Pour with food. Built for the table: sausage, salumi and pizza.
- 03
Larry's tip. Nebbiolo's cheerful cousin.
Larry’s rule: Nebbiolo's cheerful cousin.
Variations worth making
Questions people ask
What food goes with Freisa?
Freisa pairs well with sausage, salumi and pizza.
What grape is Freisa made from?
Freisa, grown in Piedmont.
What does Freisa taste like?
Raspberry, rose, tangy; sometimes fizzy.
What temperature should Freisa be served at?
About 58°F / 14°C.
What to eat with it
Pour it like Larry
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