Catarratto Calogero Caruana

Terre Siciliane IGT • Sicily • Caruana Calogero
Category
White Wines
Region
Sicily
Denomination
Terre Siciliane IGT
Alcohol
12.5%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation in steel vats wiht indigenous yeasts
Aging
Some months in steel tanks
Grape varieties
Catarratto 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This distinctive wine from Sicily embodies traditional Italian winemaking heritage. With 12.5% alcohol, it strikes a confident balance between body and freshness. Crafted from Catarratto 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. The palate is fresh and precise, with lively acidity carrying through to the finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards old vines from 1976 a few steps from the sea. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation in steel vats wiht indigenous yeasts. The wine is aged some months in steel tanks. A wine reflecting the mineral intensity of Sicily's volcanic soils.

Food Pairings

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

About Sicily Wine Region

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

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