Many grapes are made into raisins, used in local cooking, and Sicilian grapes also play a large role in creating dessert wines, which require a higher concentration of grapes and are consumed in smaller quantities. In fact, in the world of international wine, Sicily is renowned for the many outstanding dessert wines, such as the world-famous Marsala, Moscato di Pantelleria & Malvasia delle Lipari.
The traditional varieties cultivated on the island include: red grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola (today experiencing a significant renaissance in the market), Nerello Cappuccio and Mascalese, Carricante, Nocera, Perricone and Frappato; white grape varieties such as Catarratto, Grecanico, Grillo, Inzolia, Malvasia delle Lipari and Zibibbo or Moscato. In addition to the traditional varieties listed above, today there are numerous non-traditional varieties grown on the island which include: red varieties such as Cabernet-Sauvignon, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Petit Verdot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc and Merlot; white varieties such as Chardonnay, Viognier, Muller Thurgau and Sauvignon blanc.
Bordeaux-style wine
Lacroix is a Superior Bordeaux produced by the merger of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It is an elegant, velvety and fruity wine with a ruby red color.
Champagne Brut Tradition - Corentin Breton
Tradition Brut is a French Champagne from Breton Corentin, dense and refined obtained from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes.
Millesimé by La Maison Huiban is a fine, balanced and round French Champagne, produced from Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes from a single vintage.
Classic method sparkling wine from Savoy
Blend obtained by Chardonnay, Jacquère and Altesse, the Brut Crémant de Savoie will enchant your aperitifs with a lot of freshness and simplicity. Chardonnay gives it substance and finesse. The Jacquère and the Altesse gives it its typicity and originality.
Champagne Brut Nature - Breton Corentin
Corentin Breton's Brut Nature is a dry, complex Champagne with a strong flavor but very drinkable. The name Brut Nature is given to Champagne for the residual sugar of less than or equal to 3 g/l and for this reason it is also called zero dosage or non-dosed. Brut Nature by Breton Corentin, from a good zero dosage, has a marked verticality in the mouth but also surprises for its harmony. Its expressiveness is excellent, enhanced by the addition of Chardonnay grapes to Pinot Noir.
Traditional Method Brut Rosé Rubis - Jean Vullien Winery
Rubis Brut Rosé is a Traditional Method sparkling wine from the Jean Vullien winery. Obtained from Gamay and Mondeuse grapes, it is a Savoy Brut that will win you over for its freshness and simplicity. Excellent as an aperitif or dessert.
Brut sparkling wine as an aperitif
Tener Brut by Banfi is a sparkling wine produced in Piedmont, a cuvée made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes (over 50%) and Chardonnay, sparkling according to the Charmat Method. With a round taste, with character, it is a fruity sparkling wine with intense aromas and flavors thanks to the Sauvignon Blanc grapes rarely destined for sparkling wines. Excellent aperitif sparkling wine.
Classic Method Cuvée Aurora 100 Months Reserve 2011 - Banfi
Cuvée Aurora Alta Langa DOCG Riserva 2011 is a pas dosé Classic Method sparkling wine from Banfi Wineries. Produced from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, it is a Classic Method of great elegance and structure, combined with a lively acidity that gives it a rare freshness for a wine with such a long aging.
Sweet dessert sparkling wine
Rosa Regale White is a sweet sparkling wine obtained from the aromatic grapes of Moscato Bianco, a typical vine of lower Piedmont. Sparkling wine according to the Charmat Method, which involves refermentation in tanks, Rosa Regale is an Asti DOCG sparkling wine with a delicately sweet and well-balanced taste, excellent for closing meals and accompanying small fresh and dry pastries.
Traditional wine from the Langhe
Nebbiolo d'Alba from the Rizieri winery is a pure Nebbiolo produced in the heart of the Langhe from the careful selection of the best Nebbiolo bunches. A still, harmonious and structured red wine, similar to Barolo in bouquet and elegance, an authentic expression of the great winemaking tradition of the Langhe area.
Traditional red wine from the Langhe
Barbera d'Alba Sbilauta from the Rizieri winery is a pure Barbera produced in the heart of the Langhe by selecting the best Barbera bunches. From this recently re-evaluated traditional Piedmontese vine, Rizieri has created a fresh and lively Barbera, elegant and soft, excellent to drink.
Pezat Blanc is a dry white Bordeaux produced from Sauvignon Blanc grapes with the addition of Muscadelle which gives it an exotic note. It is a fresh and fruity wine with a refreshing finish.
Freshness and purity of the terroir distinguish Jacquère from the Jean Vullien winery. It is a white wine from Savoy with a delicate but intense flavor due to its minerality.
Langhe Nebbiolo DOC - Pertinace Winery
From Nebbiolo grapes, an autochthonous Piedmontese vine, are born refined wines of great value and good longevity. Younger brother of Barbaresco, Langhe Nebbiolo of Pertinace is a DOC red wine recommended with red and white meats and medium-aged cheeses.
Barbaresco DOCG - Pertinace Winery
Barbaresco DOCG of Pertinace is a red wine produced with grapes from the municipalities of Treiso and Barbaresco. From Nebbiolo grapes, an autochthonous Piedmontese vine, are born refined wines of great value and good longevity. Barbaresco is ideal with savory dishes, grilled meats and cheeses.
Barolo DOCG 2018 - Pertinace Winery
Barolo is one of the finest red wines in Italy and in the world, so much so that it is called "the king of wines". Barolo from the Pertinace winery is produced with Nebbiolo grapes from the vineyards of La Morra. Excellent with red meats, game and aged cheeses.
Les Asteries was the first of Saint-Emilion's micro-cuvée wines and is produced from eighty-year-old vines that survived the devastating frost of 1956.
Chateau Teyssier is one of the best selling Grand Crus Saint Emilion. Produced from Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes and aged in French oak, it is a rich, velvety and spicy wine.