'Salealto' Cusumano

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Cusumano
Category
White Wines
Winery
Cusumano
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
12.5%
Vinification
Separate fermentation of the varieties in steel tanks
Aging
10 months on the lees in steel tanks
Grape varieties
Insolia 33%, Grillo 33%, Zibibbo 33%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies the traditional Italian winemaking heritage. At 12.5% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Insolia 33%, Grillo 33%, Zibibbo 33%, 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

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

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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