Grape variety: Catarratto

Region: Sicily, Italy

Alcohol by volume: 12.5%

This Catarratto wine is carefully crafted, beginning with a gentle pressing of the grapes followed by fermentation at 15°C for 15 days. The wine then undergoes a nuanced aging process, first in small oak barrels for four months, followed by an additional three months in stainless steel tanks, and finally rests in bottle for at least a month to achieve balance and complexity.

In the glass, it displays a pale yellow color with golden highlights and reveals an inviting nose of dried figs, enriched by delicate notes of anise and vanilla. On the palate, it is full-bodied and mineral-driven, with refreshing acidity and a long, lingering finish, showing layered flavors of lemon jam, ripe apricot, and toasted hazelnut.

Its versatility makes it an excellent companion to roasted white meats, grilled shellfish, and pan-cooked vegetables with garlic, while also pairing beautifully with smoked meat carpaccio and mature cheeses.

Did you know? Catarratto is one of Italy’s oldest grape varieties and the most widely planted indigenous grape variety in Sicily.