Main vine of our territory, fruity and soft, with typical light spicy notes.
A natural and authentically healthy wine that lets you capture the authentic essence and great harmony expressed by the main grape variety of the Sicilian natives.
A wine of character and pleasant for its notes of red fruits and spicy tones, where the wood has been able to give roundness and expressive fullness, with dense and soft tannins.
This Cabernet Sauvignon is dressed in the iconic and unmistakable Missoni texture. Obtained from vines located 100 meters above sea level, it reveals aromas of Mediterranean scrub, with its flowers and vegetable shrubs. Spices and sanguine notes close a complex olfactory sensation. Powerful sip and supported by a precise and pleasant freshness.
Production area: Sambuca di Sicilia (AG), Sicily. Grapes and Vinification: Grillo. The refinement of the wine is carried out in stainless steel tanks. Color and Pairing: White, excellent with fresh cheeses and fish dishes.
A Nero d'Avola with the energy and vivacity of youth, unmistakably Sicilian, capable of an inviting lightness that inspires casual combinations with simple and tasty dishes. Clayey/sandy soils, on a small plateau, host espalier-trained vines: but it is the breath of the nearby woodland vegetation that tempers the climate and gives Rossojbleo that vivacity and freshness that make it an alternative expression of the more classic Sicilian varietal.
Cerasuolo di Vittoria is a blend of Nero d'Avola and Frappato. The first and at the moment only Sicilian DOCG. The harvest is usually carried out between the end of September for Nero d'Avola and the first week of October for Frappato. The two vines are vinified in red separately, with a short maceration of the must with the skins at a controlled temperature and reunited at the end of the alcoholic fermentation. After a maturation of about 7 months on its lees in steel tanks, the wine ages in the bottle for 1-2 months. It has a deep cherry red color with soft purplish hues. Bouquet of fresh red fruit, peach and morello cherry with soft floral nuances. The taste is harmonious, elegant, soft and corresponding to the fruit expressed on the nose.
The Marsala IP Dry by Vito Curatolo Arini is a soft and elegant fortified wine with an amber color. It has an intense aroma with delicate notes of wood, vanilla, toasted almonds, dried figs and raisins. On the palate it is fine and delicate. Ideal for the preparation of desserts and for zabaglione. Aged 12 months in oak barrels
Liqueur wine with an intense and brilliant amber color. It has an intense aroma with delicate notes of vanilla, toasted almonds, dried figs and raisins. On the palate it is fine, delicate, dry and slightly spicy.
Fruit of a selected blend of wines from Grillo and Catarratto grapes, it has been a closely guarded secret for years. With a bright color with amber reflections, it has intense and complex aromas of apricot, dates and spices. Full and enveloping on the palate with traces of caramel and bitter almonds, it has a very persistent finish
Characterized by an intense ruby red color typical of this vine. The nose offers delicate and persistent notes of red berries such as black currants, blueberries and cherries. Full, velvety and persistent, it aims at an elegant overall harmony.
A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. \ n \ nWith an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2018 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. \ n \ nWith an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2018 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. With an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2018 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
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A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. \ n \ nWith an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2018 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
Deep and intense golden yellow color. The nose expresses an intense, ample, slightly aromatic aroma, with a hint of honey. In the mouth it is soft, sweet, warm, round, it recalls the olfactory sensations. Excellent at the end of a meal accompanied by typical Sicilian sweets, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata and almond sweets.
Sicilia Nero d'Avola Riserva DOC Sciarra Soprana is among the most representative labels of the Vito Curatolo Arini winery which, since the end of the 1800s, has dedicated itself to the production of typical wines of the Sicilian land and in particular those of the province of Trapani, where they home to its vineyards. In the hilly area near Sciarra Soprana, then, the ideal microclimatic conditions are created for the ripening of quality grapes, thanks to the presence of the right ventilation, the heat and the proximity of the sea as well as a terroir that contributes to the correct concentration of sugars , favoring the balance of acidity. This Sicilia Nero d'Avola Riserva DOC Sciarra Soprana comes from the typical native Nero d'Avola vine in purity, with an intense ruby red color, which is complex and full-bodied on the palate. After a traditional type of hand-picking, the wine is left to rest for at least 9 months in French oak barrels and it is in this phase that it acquires all the organoleptic characteristics that represent it. In the glass it has a really dark, almost inky colour, varietal spiced notes emerge on the nose, as well as berries; a nice body and a pleasant enveloping taste, where it expresses intensity, strength, I would even say complexity and above all a length, therefore a surprising final persistence.
The only international variety among Curatolo Arini wines finds one of its maximum expressions in Sicily. Intense ruby red color with violet reflections, the nose offers notes of red fruits, plums, spices, black pepper and vanilla.
- Grape variety Nerello Cappuccio, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola, Nocera
- Perfect with land cuisine, it is excellent with second courses based on meat. Ideal to combine with grilled livers.
- On the palate it shows a great balance between dense and fine tannins and a nice round and juicy fruit that gives it a long, deep and persistent finish.
- Grape variety Nerello Cappuccio, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola, Nocera
- Perfect with land cuisine, it is excellent with second courses based on meat. Ideal to combine with grilled livers.
- On the palate it shows a great balance between dense and fine tannins and a nice round and juicy fruit that gives it a long, deep and persistent finish.
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Dark ruby red, on the nose it envelops thanks to intense fruity, sweet and ripe scents, with balsamic and floral notes of violet on a slight accent of tobacco at the end. In the mouth it is tasty, long, the heat blends perfectly with the tannic texture in a great overall balance. It closes with a finish of great persistence, with notes of Mediterranean scrub. For the whole meal, the “Mille e una notte” is a red wine that goes perfectly with elaborate dishes of red meats, pork, lamb. Also try with chilli chocolate.
Donnafugata 's Spumante Brut is an elegant, fresh and clean classic vintage method, aged on the lees for 36 months. Aromas rich in orange blossom, almonds, honey and baked bread invite you to a harmonious, refreshing and engaging sip, with good flavor and balanced aromatic complexity
Brilliant ruby, with violet reflections. Elegant and fresh nose, marked by pleasant aromas of rose, blueberry, blackberry and red fruit. In the mouth the fragrance wins, integrated with soft tannins. A pleasant and elegant wine. Excellent with fish soups, it also goes beautifully with land dishes. For a regional pairing, try it with a steak of Sicilian tuna with capers, anchovies and chilli.
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A meal rosé, excellent with raw or cooked shellfish and fish tartare. We recommend it with thinly sliced San Daniele ham.Cuordilava is obtained from the 2017 harvest of Nerello Mascalese grapes: a red of great elegance that after a long period of aging expresses intense notes of small red fruits, spices and undergrowth on the palate is broad and deep, with caressing tannins and a long persistence.
Cuordilava is obtained from the 2017 harvest of Nerello Mascalese grapes: a red of great elegance that after a long period of aging expresses intense notes of small red fruits, spices and undergrowth on the palate is broad and deep, with caressing tannins and a long persistence.
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- Isolano comes from a selection of Carricante grapes from the 2019 harvest: a white with a refined bouquet with citrus scents, notes of broom in bloom and volcanic and Mediterranean aromatic herbs, Isolano stands out for its enveloping and magnificent minerality.
Donnafugata presents two new prestigious productions grown on the slopes of the Etna volcano, in collaboration with Dolce & Gabbana: the white Isolano and the red Cuordilava , the result of the mountain viticulture of this terroir. After the success of the Rosa rosé and a special limited edition of the 2016 Tancredi red, Donnafugata continues the partnership with Dolce & Gabbana, focusing its commitment on the prestigious Etna Doc wines. The highest active volcano in Europe offers a unique habitat for quality viticulture: the Sicilian sunshine is combined with the high altitude of the vineyards, where the soils of lava origin and native vines are identifying. An interaction of factors that through careful craftsmanship , from the vineyard to the cellar, gives life to wines with an unmistakable personality. Isolano comes from a selection of Carricante grapes from the 2019 harvest: a white with a refined bouquet with citrus scents, notes of broom in bloom and volcanic and Mediterranean aromatic herbs, Isolano stands out for its enveloping and magnificent minerality.
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Plumbago - with a spontaneous flower of a beautiful purple color that grows in the woods surrounding the baglio and the Ulmo vineyards - is a pure Nero d'Avola. It comes from the old vineyard around the Orange Lake that gives us this soft and fruity version of this great Sicilian variety. Round tannins and perfectly dosed wood make it a wine of immediate pleasure. Ideal for Mediterranean cuisine based on vegetables and all types of meat. Paired with a beautiful Lunar Calendar produced by Planeta
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From the collaboration between D & ampG and Donnafugata , Rosa is born, the first Dolce and Gabbana wine, an unpublished Doc rosé wine with a fruity and floral personality, an original blend of two black grape varieties, among the most representative of Sicilian viticulture: Nerello Mascalese and Nocera . Vintage: 2020 . Winery: Donnafugata .
Production area: Sambuca di Sicilia (AG) Grape variety and vinification: Organic Nero d'Avola. The organic grapes are de-stemmed and left to ferment for 15 days at 25 ° C, with frequent and regular pumping over. The malolactic fermentation takes place for 50% in cement tanks and for the remainder in 250L barriques. After 4 months of aging the wine is ready to be clarified, filtered and bottled. Color and combination: Red. All types of pasta with sauces, roast meat and game. Also excellent with aged cheeses.
Production area: Salaparuta, 300 - 400 masl, Sicily Grape variety and vinification: Nero d'Avola. Harvested at phenolic maturity, it is left to macerate for 12-15 days at 26 ° C with daily pumping over. After racking it is aged in steel for about 4 months. Part of it is aged in barriques. The process is completed with the refinement in the bottle. Color and combination: Red. We recommend it with fish soup, pasta with meatballs or classic spaghetti with pesto.
Production area: Sambuca di Sicilia (AG), Sicily. Grapes and Vinification: Nero dAvola. The refinement of the wine is carried out in stainless steel tanks. Color and Pairing: Red, excellent with red meats.
Ruby red. The nose is broad and of good complexity, with dominant hints of red fruits, spicy and smoky notes. On the palate it is soft, enveloping, with a velvety tannic texture and a long persistence. Excellent in combination with red meats, especially roasted, it also goes well with game and aged cheeses.
Wooden box "I Classici DOC" containing: 1 btg Sito dell'Ulmo Merlot Menfi DOC 1 btg Burdese Menfi DOC 1 btg Chardonnay Menfi DOC
Wooden box "I Floreali" containing: 1 bottle Alastro Menfi DOC 2019 1 bottle Terebinto Menfi DOC 2019 1 bottle Plumbago Sicilia DOC 2018
Wooden box "DOC Selection" containing: Doc Selection 1 btg Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 2019 1 btg Alastro Menfi DOC 2019 1 btg Plumbago Sicilia DOC 2018
Sito dell'Ulmo is a pure Merlot and a Single Vineyard. Years of experience have made us identify in the Ulmo vineyards, planted in 1987, on the shores of Lake Arancio, the ideal place for the cultivation of this ancient French variety. Here proposed in a 5-liter bottle
The history of Etna is dotted with historical eruptions that have shaped its shape. Legendary that of 1614, which lasted 10 years, the longest of all time, stopped right on the border of the Sciaranuova vineyards. A strongly evocative name for our Cru dell'Etna based on Nerello Mascalese. Black soils at high altitude give an elegant, fine and balanced style.
In the local dialect Burdese means Bordeaux and refers to the classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It is a red wine of great density, structure and balance, produced in limited quantities from selected vineyards. Burdese is a great aging wine that offers a complexity of aromas and flavors, fruit of the Sicilian sun.
A denomination that has its roots in antiquity when the Mamertines produced this wine described by Pliny and loved by Julius Caesar in Milazzo. Nero d'Avola and Nocera, 12 months of aging in 35 hl barrels. The small winery is located a few steps from the sea and is surrounded by the spectacular vineyards we planted in Capo Milazzo. The Barone Lucifero Foundation, owner of the fund, uses part of the proceeds for socio-cultural and recreational activities for children in the Milazzo area.
Noble variety grown in a few hectares in the lands of Messina overlooking the sea and history. La Baronia, in Capo Milazzo, is an absolutely spectacular vineyard surrounded by the sea, centuries-old olive trees and under the gaze of the islands. Marine red, with scents of Mediterranean scrub, myrtle and scrubland. The Barone Lucifero Foundation, owner of the fund, uses part of the proceeds for socio-cultural and recreational activities for children in the Milazzo area.
The history of the Volcano is dotted with eruptions that have shaped its shape. Legendary that of 1614, which lasted 10 years, the longest in historical times: the vines that produce this wine grow right above this flow. A small parcel hosts the Pinot Noir which has been grown in the area for centuries, albeit marginally. The result is an absolutely original version of the noble variety.
Today Nerello Mascalese is certainly one of the richest reds in charm, territorial expressiveness, as well as being endowed with great elegance and longevity over time, Etna is its throne and outside its borders it is hard to feel at ease.
From one of the oldest vines in the world, Moscato Bianco, our Passito di Noto is born. Passito is an ancient wine that becomes current with a modern drying system. Explosive aromas of exotic fruit, jasmine, candied citrus, it is both complex and easy to love. The ideal companion of the great Sicilian tradition of sweets and ice cream.
Santa Cecilia is our flagship wine from the most important Sicilian variety: Nero d'Avola. The long work of finding the best place to make a great wine with this variety led us to Noto, the place of origin of this variety where the DOC Noto stands, at the southern end of Sicily. With its white lands and its ancient vineyards it is the epicenter of the cultivation of Nero d'Avola. Santa Cecilia is an expression of elegance, power, balance and exaltation of the unique aromas of the Sicilian lands, and today a reference point for reds from Sicilian native grapes. Its name derives from that of our family: Planeta di Santa Cecilia.
The Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico Dorilli represents for us the quintessence of this noble wine. It comes from a careful selection of the vineyards that surround the beautiful and unique Dorilli estate, named after the nearby river Dirillo, the landing place of the brave Aeneas. A fine and elegant expression, the result of the union of the noble Nero d'Avola with the Frappato di Vittoria, the Iblean grape variety par excellence, slightly marked by the aging in wood. A limited production for those who love small Italian denominations, history and testimony of our land.
La Segreta takes its name from the wood that surrounds our Ulmo vineyard. This young and fresh wine obtained mainly from Nero d'Avola grapes, flag of Sicily of wine, gains personality and style with the addition of international grapes. All the grapes are expertly cultivated in Planeta 's own vineyards. La Segreta is a versatile companion for everyday drinking, suitable for the most diverse occasions. It is a perfect approach to the Sicily of wine with its right relationship between quality and price, guaranteed by the patient work of the Planeta family, from the vineyard to the wine.
Planeta 's Syrah Terre Siciliane IGT Maroccoli is a red wine that interprets the qualities of the noble Mediterranean grape with a singular modernity. The winery has selected the best vineyards to give the wine its original pleasantness. The bottle in the Magnum version is contained in the appropriate wooden case.
Nero d'Avola Noto DOC Santa Cecilia is the flagship wine of the Planeta winery. A Nero d'Avola vinified in purity, the result of a careful selection of the best vineyards for the production of an excellent wine.
Planeta 's Burdese is a full-bodied and structured Sicilian red wine based on Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, aged for 14 months in new barriques. It has an intense and deep character, with hints of fruit, leather, tobacco and spices. The sip is powerful and concentrated, with a long persistence
A great white wine from grapes of Southern Italy, able to compete with the great whites of the world: this is the initial project. For this reason, experimentation on Fiano, a noble and ancient variety of Campania origin, began in the 90s. This is how the Cometa was born, which best expresses the characteristics of this extraordinary vine in an original and unique way. Intense and fruity aromas, its great structure and minerality make it today one of the reference white wines of Southern Italy.
Plumbago - with a spontaneous flower of a beautiful purple color that grows in the woods surrounding the baglio and the Ulmo vineyards - is a pure Nero d'Avola. It comes from the old vineyard around the Orange Lake that gives us this soft and fruity version of this great Sicilian variety. Round tannins and perfectly dosed wood make it a wine of immediate pleasure. Ideal for Mediterranean cuisine based on vegetables and all types of meat.
Donnafugata Magnum Brut Metodo Classico offers a fine and intense bouquet, a vintage sparkling wine that opens with crusty bread and hay aromas, then accompanied by nuances of dried fruit and light floral scents. While in the mouth it is fresh and, at the same time, broad and complex. Finally we find the fragrances of yeast combined with spicy notes (vanilla). The new Donnafugata Brut vintage confirms finesse and elegance. The bouquet is rich in complex and fragrant notes, while in the mouth it surprises with its freshness and minerality. A long-limbed classic method vintage sparkling wine with a fine and persistent perlage.
Donnafugata 's Spumante Brut is an elegant, fresh and clean classic vintage method, aged on the lees for 36 months. Aromas rich in orange blossom, almonds, honey and baked bread invite you to a harmonious, refreshing and engaging sip, with good flavor and balanced aromatic complexity
Production area: Sambuca di Sicilia Grape variety and vinification: White grapes . Typical Spumante vinification with re-fermentation in the bottle for 60 days. Colour and pairing: Brilliant straw yellow with greenish reflections. Excellent as an aperitif or with fish dishes.
Elegant and bright ruby red color to the eye. The nose is broad and deep, with floral notes of violets and fruity references to currant that lead the way, then complemented by complex hints of flint, sweet tobacco and nutmeg. The taste is as refined and complex as the nose, distinctly mineral and important (but refined) in the tannic texture. Remarkable persistence. You will find it excellent together with the Peking duck, but also in combination with turkey in mushroom sauce there is really not bad.
In Pantelleria, a volcanic island located between Sicily and Africa, Stefano and Simona boasts 2 hectares of vineyards and produce only 2000 bottles a year. The vine is the zibibbo, prince among the aromatic varieties, the vines are grown on a very low bush, modeled by the wind, on small terraces bordered by dry lava stone walls.
The Faro DOC Palari wine is considered by some connoisseurs to be the best Sicilian wine: the grapes of the native vines give an intense soul to this Mediterranean red that stands out for its enveloping and soft taste.
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A straw yellow colored wine characterized by rich notes of apple and pear, which make it immediately recognizable and appreciated. The taste is warm and dry, slightly tannic and with a citric scent.
It comes from one of the first vineyards planted. A Merlot that expresses all the potential and the character of this vine which is excellently expressed in the Sicilian terroire. Of great structure and power without lacking in great elegance. Label created by the great designer Valentino. Vinification: in steel. Aging: in 50% new and 50% second passage barriques.
At sight intense ruby red color. The nose is expressed on beautiful hints of violet, with a marked fruity profile. The sip is round, full, fresh and savory. It relaxes with good structure, closing on fruity notes. Tornatore 's Etna Rosso goes wonderfully with red meats, cheeses and cold cuts.
Transparent ruby red and not particularly intense. The nose releases a fragrant olfactory range of red berries, Mediterranean herbs, musky and spicy tones, with a significant minerality in the background. In the mouth it shows a pleasant and refined gustatory path, guided by a solid body, lively tannins and a good balance between freshness and flavor. It closes long on fruity and spicy notes. Versatile and intriguing, to combine with various preparations, including first courses with meat sauce and stuffed pasta. Try it with amatriciana pasta, sausage with sauce and chicken and mushroom dumplings.
The palace illustrated on the label is the one where Queen Maria Carolina took refuge on the run from Naples and was the favorite home of the writer Tomasi di Lampedusa in Santa Margherita Belice. Gabriella Anca Rallo captures the image of it and embeds it in a "Thousand and One Nights" sky full of stars and full of promise. First vintage: 1995. The grapes, harvested in September, are vinified in steel, with maceration on the skins for about 12 days, at a temperature of 26-30 ° C. After malolactic fermentation, the wine passes mainly in French oak barriques for 14-16 months, and then refines in the bottle for at least 24 months. The Mille e una Notte is characterized by a ruby red color. The nose offers an enveloping bouquet in which notes of tobacco and cocoa stand out. On the palate the olfactory scents are repeated, on a fruity background of black mulberries and cherries. The wine is also full and complex, with elegant tannins. Perfect to accompany red meats, pork and lamb, it is ideal in combination with fish-based dishes.
Dark ruby red, on the nose it envelops thanks to intense fruity, sweet and ripe scents, with balsamic and floral notes of violet on a slight accent of tobacco at the end. In the mouth it is tasty, long, the heat blends perfectly with the tannic texture in a great overall balance. It closes with a finish of great persistence, with notes of Mediterranean scrub. For the whole meal, the “Mille e una notte” is a red wine that goes perfectly with elaborate dishes of red meats, pork, lamb. Also try with chilli chocolate.
Elegant 1 bottle wooden box with a bottle of Fragore 2017, Etna Doc Rosso, Contrada Montelaguardia. Conf. Luxury Fragore Box Wooden box containing 1 750 ml bottle of: FRAGORE 2017 - Etna Rosso Doc Contrada Montelaguardia
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The Donnafugata Sweet Pochette is an innovative packaging that reproduces a cardboard handbag, perfect for storing and carrying two bottles. The refined accessory contains a prestigious Ben Ryé Passito and Kabir Moscato di Pantelleria Doc. A gift idea with a look at the female world.
Multi-display cardboard box of 2 bottles of 750 ml with:
ANGHELI 2016 Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon Sicilia Doc TANCREDI 2019 Terre Siciliane Igt
Prestigious 3-bottle wooden box, which turns into a table stand and a color box, with Vigna di Gabri 2017, Floramundi 2017, Sul Vulcano 2017.
Bright amber yellow, the nose expresses a wonderful olfactory profile composed of notes of apricot and peach, dried figs and honey, aromatic herbs and mineral notes. Intense and bewitching aromas, solar and Mediterranean, which open to an immense taste for complexity, perfect in the fusion of sweetness, flavor and softness. Very long, interminable, poignant. Strictly at the end of a meal, “Ben Ryé” is a perfect accompaniment to blue or very aged cheeses and foie gras. Also excellent on ricotta desserts and dry pastries.
Ruby. The nose is expressed with hints of small red fruits, notes of undergrowth, spicy tones of cinnamon and black pepper and balsamic hints. On the palate it boasts a good structure, the tannins are well integrated and the persistence is excellent. Excellent in combination with risotto, red meats and game, it is also to be tried with legume soups.
Bright ruby red color to the eye. The olfactory bouquet is elegant, with initial fruity hints of strawberry and currant complemented by pleasant floral notes. Subsequently, nuances of cinnamon and nutmeg further embellish the picture on the nose. The tasting continues on the same path traced by the sense of smell, proving to be harmonious in the tannic texture, balanced and persistent.
Excellent with second courses based on meat, it is to be tried with the shoulder of Nebrodi black pig with aromatic herbs.
Discover the Secrets of Sicilian Wines: A Journey Through Southern Italy's Winemaking Tradition
Sicily is one of Italy's richest regions, both for its history and its winemaking tradition. Sicilian wines are among the most appreciated in the world and are renowned for their quality. In this article, we'll discover the secrets of these delicacies and how to best enjoy them.
Sicilian Wines: An Ancient and Rich History
The tradition of winemaking in Sicily dates back to the Greco-Roman period, when the island was rich in native grape varieties. Over the centuries, Sicilian wine production has remained central to the region's culture and economy. Today, Sicilian wines are renowned worldwide for their unique quality.
Sicilian Wines: Varieties and Characteristics
Sicilian wines come in numerous varieties. The most famous are Nero d'Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Frappato, and Grecanico. These wines are characterized by a great aromatic complexity: hints of red fruits, spices, flowers, and vanilla. Nero d'Avola is an intense, full-bodied red wine, while Nerello Mascalese is lighter and fruitier. Frappato is a light, aromatic rosé, while Grecanico is a fresh, fruity white wine.
How to choose the right wine
Choosing the right wine depends on personal preference and the occasion. For example, if you want to drink a high-quality red wine, then you should opt for a Nero d'Avola. If you want a lighter, fruitier wine, you can choose a Nerello Mascalese. For a white wine, Grecanico is an excellent choice.
How to serve a Sicilian wine
To fully enjoy a Sicilian wine, serve it at a temperature of 18-20°C. Red wines are best served in fairly large glasses with a wider base and a narrower top. White wines, on the other hand, are best served in smaller glasses with a narrower base and a wider top.
The right match
Each wine has its own ideal pairing. For example, Nero d'Avola is a very versatile wine and pairs well with meat dishes, such as grilled steak. Nerello Mascalese, on the other hand, pairs better with fish or vegetable dishes. Frappato is a wine that pairs well with lighter dishes, such as a mixed salad. Grecanico is a wine that pairs well with fish or vegetable dishes.
5 tips for Sicilian wines
1. Choose a quality wine. Sicily is rich in excellent wines, so choose a product from a reliable producer.
2. Taste more wines. Taste several Sicilian wines to find out which one you like best.
3. Store your wine well. Store Sicilian wines in a cool, dry place away from heat sources.
4. Choose the right pairing. Pair Sicilian wines with the right dishes for a unique tasting experience.
5. Don't be shy. Don't hesitate to drink Sicilian wine and experiment with new varieties.
Discovering the secrets of Sicilian wines is a unique experience. Sicily is one of Italy's richest regions, and Sicilian wines are among the finest in the world. In this article, we've explored the history of these wines, their characteristics, how to choose and serve a Sicilian wine, and how to pair it with the right dishes. By following these tips, you'll be able to fully enjoy these delicacies and discover the secrets of Sicilian wines.
Sicilian Wine Denomination
Sicily is a region renowned worldwide for its wine production. Thanks to its Mediterranean climate, volcanic activity, and rich soil, the island produces some of the world's most prized wines. In this article, we'll explore Sicily's main wine appellations, their grape varieties, and their sensory characteristics, to discover the excellence of Sicilian winemaking.
Introduction to wine production in Sicily
Wine production in Sicily has ancient roots, dating back to the times of the Greeks and Romans. The region boasts a wide variety of terrain, from the volcanoes of Mount Etna and the Aeolian Islands to the inland hills, which allow for the cultivation of numerous native and international grape varieties. Thanks to the use of innovative techniques and a focus on quality, Sicilian wine production is constantly growing, offering the market high-quality wines capable of satisfying every palate.
The main denominations of Sicilian wines
Sicilian wine designations are divided into four main categories: Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC), Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin (DOCG), Typical Geographical Indication (IGT), and Table Wines. Let's look at the characteristics of each in detail.
Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC)
The Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC) is a quality label awarded to wines that meet specific production criteria. Sicily has 23 DOCs, including Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Moscato di Pantelleria, and Etna Rosso.
Vittoria Cherry
Cerasuolo di Vittoria is a red wine produced in the southeastern part of the island, in the province of Ragusa. It is made with Nero d'Avola and Frappato grapes, in varying percentages, and has a deep ruby red color, a fruity aroma, and a dry, smooth flavor. It pairs perfectly with red meats, cured meats, and aged cheeses.
Moscato di Pantelleria
Moscato di Pantelleria is a sweet wine produced on the island of Pantelleria, located southwest of Sicily. The wine is made from the Moscato di Alessandria grape, locally known as Zibibbo, and has a deep golden yellow color, a rich, aromatic aroma, and a sweet, mellow flavor. It pairs perfectly with sweets and desserts.
Etna Red
Etna Rosso is a red wine produced on the slopes of Mount Etna, Europe's highest active volcano. This wine is made primarily from the native Nerello Mascalese grape, which grows on volcanic soils at high altitudes.
What is the most famous wine in Sicily?
A: Sicily's most famous wine is Etna Rosso, a red wine produced on the slopes of Mount Etna.
Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin (DOCG)
The Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin (DOCG) is the highest expression of Italian wine quality. Sicily has only one DOCG, Cerasuolo di Vittoria. This dry red wine is produced in the Vittoria area, in the province of Ragusa, with varying percentages of Nero d'Avola and Frappato grapes. The wine has a ruby red color, a fruity aroma, and a smooth, persistent flavor. It pairs perfectly with red meats, cured meats, and aged cheeses.
Typical Geographical Indication (IGT)
The Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT) designates wines produced in a specific geographical area and possessing certain distinctive characteristics. In Sicily, there are four IGTs: Terre Siciliane, Salina, Val di Mazara, and Alcamo. IGT wines can be made with international grape varieties, such as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, as well as native varieties.
Table Wines
Table wines are wines produced in Sicily that do not fall into the DOC, DOCG, or IGT categories. Despite this, many of them are of the highest quality, produced with native grapes and using artisanal methods. Among the best-known are Nero d'Avola and Grillo.
Sicily is a region with a long winemaking tradition, renowned worldwide for the quality of its wines. Thanks to its volcanoes, Mediterranean climate, and diverse soils, the island produces exceptionally high-quality wines, capable of satisfying every palate. From DOC to IGT, from white to red, Sicilian wine production is a true oenological excellence.
FAQ
What are the native grape varieties of Sicily?
Among the main native grape varieties of Sicily are Nero d'Avola, Frappato, Inzolia, Grillo and Zibibbo.
How many DOC wines are there in Sicily?
In Sicily there are 23 DOC wines.
What are the main pairings for Sicilian wines?
Sicilian red wines pair perfectly with red meats, cured meats, and mature cheeses, while white wines are ideal with fish dishes, seafood, and fresh cheeses.
What is the difference between DOC and DOCG?
The main difference between DOC and DOCG is that the DOCG guarantees a higher quality of wine, with even more stringent production criteria and more frequent inspections.
What are the best-known wines of Sicily?
Among the best-known wines of Sicily are Etna Rosso, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Nero d'Avola, and Grillo.
