Vittoria DOC Frappato di Planeta, a red wine light in tannins but strong in character. We are in Acate, 70 metres above sea level. Dunes of fine sand lie on top of a layer of tuff, which acts like a sponge, retaining moisture during the driest months. The temperature variations are not those of high mountains, but the salty breezes caress the rows of vines and keep the grapes healthy. In the countryside, the “case cubane” (Cuban houses) still stand, stone huts built dry by labourers in the 19th century: tiny fortresses against the heat, which today watch over meticulously tended organic vineyards. 100% Frappato, here the sparse bunches and thin skins give unique floral aromas, while the sand favours silky tannins. The vines are trained on espaliers, with high density and low yields. Harvesting is done by hand, using refrigerated crates. In the cellar, the grapes are gently destemmed and fermented in steel tanks. After 7-8 days of fermentation and 10-13 days of maceration, malolactic fermentation and ageing continue, always in steel, until bottling. Bright ruby red with violet reflections, the nose is very reminiscent of rosehip, candied violet and a hint of smoke. Then raspberry, pomegranate and lemon thyme. On the palate, it is agile, with a fresh and crisp attack of wild strawberries. The tannins are very fine, while the finish, salty and balsamic, leaves the mouth clean. Best enjoyed young, it can easily age for 3-4 years in the cellar. It can be served with spaghetti all'amatriciana, where the acidity of the tomato finds a natural balance in the freshness of the Frappato, or with a delicious cheeseburger with caramelised onions.