Cannellino di Frascati (Italy)
Cannellino di Frascati is a DOCG for sweet whites within the Frascati DOC in Lazio.
It is a Vendemmia Tardiva (late harvest) wine made from botrytized grapes.
Minimum 70% Malvasia Bianca di Candia and/or Malvasia del Lazio (locally Malvasia Puntinata).
Cannelino Flavors
Floral, yellow peach, apricot, herbal, almost medicinal. Delicate mineral notes.
 Citrus |
 Peach |
 Apricot |
 Floral |
 Herbs |
 Mineral |
Cannelino Profile
Yellow-fruity with appealing acidity that is well balanced with the sweetness. Long, fruity, slightly bitter finish.
| SUGAR: | Sweet (35-40 g/l) |
| BODY: | Medium - Full |
| ACIDITY: | Medium - High |
| ALCOHOL | 10-12% ABV |
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Serving temperature: 16°C (61°F) |
Compared to other botrytized wines like Sauternes and Tokaji with 100-200 grams of sugar, Cannellino di Frascati is not so sweet.
Food Pairing Cannelino
Cannelino pairs perfectly with every dessert, and particularly with Frascati’s traditional "Ciambelle" wine cookies.
 Ciambelle |
 Fruit Pie |
 Biscuits |
 Panforte |
 Tiramisu |
 Crème Brûlée |
 Pastry |
 Dried Fruit |
The Ideal Glass for Cannelino
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A Small Tulip Shaped glass helps concentrate the aromatic intensity, enhancing the beautiful flavors wines are known for. A small glass is appropriate, because this type of wine is served in smaller portions due to its sweetness and richness. The narrow rim helps capture the aromas, allowing the wine's sweet, aromatic profile to shine. |
Cannelino Cheese Pairing
Cannelino pairs very well with rich blue cheeses, but can also be enjoyed with aged and matured cheeses.
The flavours of a salty cheese and a sweet Cannelino are both strong enough to stand up to each other.
Wine Region Lazio
Climate
Lazio has a diverse landscape that includes coastal plains, hills, and mountains.
The region has a Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
The proximity to the Tyrrhenian Sea also influences the climate with cooling maritime breezes.
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Denominations
Frascati Superiore DOCGCannellino di Frascati DOCG
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