Frascati

From the region south-east of Rome, where the town of Frascati is situated, comes this very well-known white wine, traditionally appreciated by Roman clergy and nobility. Produced on the hills around Rome (Castelli Romani), Frascati is the result of the union of Malvasia Bianca and Trebbiano Toscano grapes. The Amabile (semi-dry) and Dolce (sweet) types, which the Romans like very much, are made with the addition of concentrated must to increase the sugar content. Straw-yellow in colour, with a delicate taste, the Frascati Secco (dry) has a minimum alcohol content of 11% and is considered the wine that best suits most Roman dishes, including Porchetta. For such a rich dish, perhaps the Frascati Superiore, with an alcohol content of 12%, is more suitable.