Carricante 'Lato Sud' Grottafumata

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Grottafumata
Category
White Wines
Winery
Grottafumata
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
11%
Vinification
Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maceration on the skins for 4 days
Aging
Some months in steel tanks
Grape varieties
Carricante 70%, Cataratto 30%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies the traditional Italian winemaking heritage. With 11% alcohol, it delivers elegance and finesse. Crafted from Carricante 70%, Cataratto 30%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It presents bright acidity with fresh mineral notes and excellent varietal expression. Tasting reveals contains sulfites This Sicilian expression shows the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

Sicily, the Mediterranean's largest island, represents Italy's most dynamic wine region with its ancient viticultural heritage and modern renaissance. The island's volcanic soils, particularly around Mount Etna, impart distinctive mineral characteristics to the wines. Sicilian producers combine indigenous grape varieties with international ones, creating unique expressions that reflect the island's rich cultural heritage.

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