Bianco Pomice Tenuta di Castellaro

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Tenuta di Castellaro
Category
White Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
13%
Vinification
Pressing. Static decantation. Spontaneous fermentation in steel (Malvasia) and 3rd/4th passage barriques (Carricante) with batonage
Aging
6 months on the lees in oak barrels and then in bottles
Grape varieties
Malvasia delle Lipari 60%, Carricante 30%, other white grapes 10%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies traditional Italian winemaking heritage. At 13% alcohol, it presents a well-balanced and harmonious profile. Crafted from Malvasia delle Lipari 60%, Carricante 30%, other white grapes 10%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. Expect crisp citrus and orchard fruit aromas framed by a clean, mineral finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards manual harvesting, on sandy volcanic soil. Vinification: pressing. Static decantation. Spontaneous fermentation in steel (Malvasia) and 3rd/4th passage barriques (Carricante) with batonage. The wine is aged 6 months on the lees in oak barrels and then in bottles. A wine showing the island's unique volcanic terroir and Mediterranean influence.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

Volcanic soils around Mount Etna impart a distinctive mineral character found across many Sicilian wines.

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