Bianco Pomice Tenuta di Castellaro

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Tenuta di Castellaro
Category
White Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
13%
Vinification
Pressing. Static decantation. Spontaneous fermentation in steel (Malvasia) and 3rd/4th passage barriques (Carricante) with batonage
Aging
6 months on the lees in oak barrels and then in bottles
Grape varieties
Malvasia delle Lipari 60%, Carricante 30%, other white grapes 10%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies traditional Italian winemaking heritage. At 13% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Malvasia delle Lipari 60%, Carricante 30%, other white grapes 10%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect crisp citrus and orchard fruit aromas framed by a clean, mineral finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards manual harvesting, on sandy volcanic soil. Vinification: pressing. Static decantation. Spontaneous fermentation in steel (Malvasia) and 3rd/4th passage barriques (Carricante) with batonage. The wine is aged 6 months on the lees in oak barrels and then in bottles. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

Seafood risotto
Mediterranean salads
Fresh seafood and fish
Fresh mozzarella and light cheeses
Shellfish and crustaceans
Grilled vegetables with olive oil

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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