Sicily

w/o Organic Grillo Spumante

Italy, Laithwaites, Reviews, Sicily, Sparkling

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Simon Judge

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10 April 2025

From Sicily comes a new project from winemaker Dino Taschetta: w/o – meaning a wine made without compromise. This sparkling wine is made from the indigenous Grillo grape believed to be a cross between Cataratto and Zibibbo (Muscat of Alexandria). Grillo is a versatile grape capable of producing both still and sparkling wines. In this…
Wines of Sicilia DOC Tasting

Past Tastings, Sicily

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Simon Judge

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11 June 2024

On 10th June 2024, there was a trade and press event showcasing around 150 wines from 25 producers from the Wines of Sicilia DOC. It was an excellent opportunity to explore Sicilian wine styles, taste new releases and learn about the different regions of Sicily. While Sicily boasts approximately 70 native grape varieties, Grillo (white)…
Understanding Sicilian Wines

Articles, Italy, Sicily

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Simon Judge

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8 June 2024

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, is not only known for its rich history and stunning landscapes but also for its vibrant and diverse wine culture. The Controlled Designation of Origin (DOC) for Sicilian wines was established on 22nd November 2011. Wine Regions of Sicily Sicily’s main wine regions can be broadly divided into…

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