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A Vita Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore DOC

Cirò DOC, Italy
Francesco De Franco's 'A Vita — meaning 'the life' in Calabrian dialect — old-vine Gaglioppo with no added sulphur; fragrant, earthy, and mineral in a refreshing natural wine interpretation of ancient Calabrian tradition.
complement
The region's ancient pasta dish with its oldest wine companion — Greek culinary heritage
classic main
bridge
Calabrian aged cheese and ancient Gaglioppo — the southern Italian table at its most elemental
classic cheese
complement
Cirò's natural Gaglioppo freshness bridges swordfish's firm flesh and chilli heat
established main
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Natural Gaglioppo's earthy dryness contrasted by sweet fresh ricotta and Calabrian honey
established pre_dessert