This dry, warm and sunny island has been at the center of Mediterranean winemaking for 4,000 years, but most refined by Greek viticulture practices. On the west side of the island, in the commune of Mazara del Vallo (famous for its shrimp), you find Annamaria and Clara Sala – 2 sisters who run the Tenuta di Gorghi. In addition to Zibibbo, Nero d’Avola, Catarratto, Frappato and Nerello Mascalese, Grillo is one of the island’s indigenous varieties and was used as a base in Marsala wine.
The DOC of Sicilia itself, which was upgraded from IGT to DOC status in 2011, covers the entire winemaking surface of Sicilia and allows for dozens of grape varieties. Our Grillo vineyard, ‘Contrada San Nicola,’ is one single hectare at 25 meters altitude on limestone sand that reaches almost to the banks of the sea. This vineyard is exposed to Mediterranean Sea breezes and to the salty air spreading all over the area - one of the main reasons that this Grillo showcases a distinctive minerality, perfectly combined with citrus notes.
Intensely bright and aromatic, with hints of grilled nectarine kissed by a salty beach sea breeze. In the glass, you'll find fresh aromas of citrus, white flower, yellow orchard fruit, and nectarine. The palate shines and shows off notes of lemon zest, mango, sage, and mineral salinity alongside vibrant acidity.
