Exploring Fragolino Dessert Wine

Fragolino is a semi-sweet dessert wine made from the Fragola grape, known for its distinct strawberry-like flavour. The term “Fragolino” itself is derived from the Italian word “fragola,” meaning strawberry in Italian, which encapsulates the wine’s fruity essence. Our Fragolino wine is elegant and slightly viscous, with a dominant aroma and flavour of pureed strawberries.

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What is Alicante Bouschet?

This rare red wine variety is a cross between Petit Bouschet and Grenache. It was first cultivated by viticulturist Henri Bouschet in 1866 and was originally used as a blending grape to enhance the depth of colour in wines. Alicante was widely planted in Spain and France, particularly in the Languedoc-Roussillon region. But lost exposure in the late 20th Century due to other popular varieties becoming more desired in the wine world.

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How to Make An Aperol Spritz

An Aperol Spritz is a wine-based cocktail made from the perfect ration of Aperol, Prosecco & soda water. It is served over lots of ice and with a slice of orange. Aperol Spritz’s are a refreshing, balanced, delightfully citrusy and bubbly cocktail. It tastes of the bitterness of burnt orange, rhubarb and bitter herbs, but the sugar in the Aperol makes the drink sweeter.

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