Grillo 'Coste al Vento' Cantine Barbera
- Category
- White Wines
- Winery
- Cantine Barbera
- Region
- Sicily
- Denomination
- Menfi DOC
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
- Vinification
- Destemming, cold maceration for 36 hours, fermentation with indigenous yeasts in steel tanks with maceration on the skins for 8 days, draining off and end of the fermentation
- Aging
- 6 months on the lees in steel tanks and in tonneaux
- Grape varieties
- Grillo 100%
- Notes
- Contains sulfites
Tasting Notes
This exceptional Menfi DOC showcases the authentic character of Sicily. At 12.5% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Grillo 100%, 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.
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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.