Grillo

I Contemporanei

Sicilia DOC

7,50€

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Description

A 100% Grillo, an authentic and identifying interpretation of the main vine of Western Sicily, grown on the vineyards of the hilly countryside of Gibellina, 300 meters above sea level. Manual harvest at the end of August, soft pressing and light maceration in contact with the skins, to express the full aromatic potential. Finally, aging in stainless steel for three months, with a further two in the bottle. Il Grillo from the “I Contemporanei” line is characterized by a complex bouquet of tropical fruit and Mediterranean citrus fruits. The sip flows pleasantly, with a slightly savory finish that tickles the palate.

Nutritional information and ingredients

Technical features

Varietal

Grillo

Color

Bright and brilliant straw yellow colour

Nose

Complex bouquet of tropical fruits and Mediterranean citrus fruits

Palate

Fresh and with good acidity, with hints of yellow melon and tropical fruits.

Vinification

Destemming and soft pressing of the grapes. Fermentation at controlled temperature with the addition of selected yeasts. Aging for 3 months in steel and at least 2 months in bottle before sale

Glass

Tulip

Service temperature

10/12°C

Pairings

Excellent as an aperitif or throughout the meal. It goes well with fish-based first courses (spaghetti allo scoglio, fettuccine with sea urchins), but also with grilled bluefin tuna and mussel soutè. Recommended with aged cheeses (primo sale, pecorino).

THE SOIL

Sicilia DOC

White Earth 300 meters above sea level

Black Earth

This type of soil is found on the gentle hills of the Trapani hinterland, rich in silty-clayey substances, compact and resistant to drought. Thanks to its characteristics, it is configured as an ideal habitat for the breeding of numerous varieties of both red and white berried vines and becomes for us the perfect soil for the cultivation of Syrah and Nero d'Avola, used not only in purity , also in a blend for the Orestiadi Ludovico, a wine dedicated to Ludovico Corrao and the flagship of the cellar.