Caparrone Abruzzo Passerina Size:75cl

Caparrone Abruzzo Passerina Size:75clThe native Italian Passerina grape is mostly found near the Adriatic coast of central Italy, where it is used to produce both still and sparkling wines with pronounced citrus aromas. The name comes from 'Passero' (sparrow) as they are apparently fond of these grapes when ripe! The Passerina grapes are sourced from vines grown on chalky clay soils at Silvi (on the Adriatic coast) and a little inland at Moscufo. The grapes are softly pressed and

A beautifully supple

rich and aromatic food such as duck dim sums

the estate shot to prominence in 1989 when the Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon won Gold at the prestigious Adelaide Wine Show

persistent and charming all at once

A very approachable

where they were lightly pressed to yield a modest volume of high-quality juice

vinous palate which stays fresh

Fermentation took place in French oak barrels

Rich red fruit aromas

Delicious as an aperitif or following an evening meal

Our first release of a Wildeberg White exemplifies the magic of Franschhoek

the free- run must is placed in another tank where it ferments at a controlled temperature of 14-16 °C to preserve the aromatic complexity of the two grape varieties