2023 Manfredi Franco Terre Sicilane Rosso Coutier planted on solid limestone (Muschelkalk)

planted on solid limestone (Muschelkalk)

Two plantings went in – Old Shop Block and Elliott

Owned by Thomas Rivers Brown

Employing goblet pruning for new vines—a rarity in Bergerac—enhances sun protection and encourages a higher natural acidity for a vibrant wine style

Grapes that have achieved perfect ripeness and are botrytis-free are selected by hand and brought to the winery in small crates

2023 Manfredi Franco Terre Sicilane Rosso Coutier planted on solid limestone (Muschelkalk)A blend of Nocera, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola, Corinto. Like the white, everything is harvested and fermented together: 50% is whole cluster.