wines of sicily tasting catalogue 2012

Tuesday 2 October 2012 I London

Wines of Sicily

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IntroductionThe quality of production in Sicily has taken leaps and bounds compared to some thirty years ago. Until the early 80’s Sicily was primarily producing vast quantities of bulk wine used for blending wines in the north of Italy and often shipped as far as France.

The most signifi cant changes in Sicily’s production took place in the mid-eighties thanks to a number of family estates including Planeta, Donnafugata and Tasca d’Almerita, who still today are among the benchmarks of Sicilian wines and place Sicily on the global map in terms of international acclaim and reliable quality production.

Over the past 20 years IRVOS (Istituto Regionale Vini e Olii Sicilia - Sicily’s Regional Institute for Wine and Olive Oil) has contributed enormously to establishing vineyard management, research and clonal selection of its main indigenous varietals such as Nero d’Avola, Carricante, Nerello Mascalese, Catarratto and Inzolia, which today constitute the new image of Sicilian wines produced by a number of emerging quality wineries beginning to play a growing role in the international arena.

The second important ‘Renaissance’ currently taking place with Sicilian wine is communicating this potential of quality to the rest of the world. We are targeting international markets, taking part in international shows, as well as organising events with importers and opinion leaders, in order to communicate the excellence of our wines and the uniqueness of our territory.

Sicily today has 23 DOC areas of production and one DOCG, Cerasuolo di Vittoria. Sicily boasts a total of 112,725 ha. of vineyard, of which 71,967 ha, (63.8%) hectares are planted to white varietals and 40,508 hectares (35.9%) are planted to red varietals. The standard bearers by far of Sicilian wine in terms of plantings and popularity is the red varietal Nero d’Avola and the indigenous white variety Catarratto.

Nero d’Avola does well in most of Sicily’s appellation areas, because it is a terroir wine, changing its character, depending on where it is planted. If you are looking to produce a modern style of wine, characterized by a rounded, fruity appeal and easy drinking, then Menfi and Sambuca in western Sicily are the best areas to plant Nero d’Avola, whereas if you are looking for a more complex Cru showing elegance, aromas and acidity with good ageing potential, then the area of Noto, Vittoria and Ragusa in the southeast are excellent areas. Contea di Sclafani in the centre of Sicily is another area with excellent potential, yielding age-worthy structured wines with bold fruit.

The most recent trend-setter in Sicily can be found on the unique volcanic slopes of Etna. Its terraced vineyards of ancient bush-trained vines produce wines of depth and fi nesse characterised by minerality and elegance, similar to Burgundy wines. Top bottlings of Etna Rosso DOC are made from Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio while Etna Bianco DOC is made predominantly with Carricante grapes. These wines have gained a lot of attention on account of their unique quality and subtle aromatic profi le.

Dario CartabellottaDirectorIstituto Regionale Vini e Olii di SiciliaPalermo – October 2012

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Wines of Sicily Tasting 2012 Table Plan

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ContentsMap Inside Front CoverIntroduction Page iTable Plan Page iiContents & Index Page iiiStatistics Pages iv - vIndigenous Grape Varieties Pages vi - viii

Sicilian Producer UK Importer Table/Page No. Abraxas Seeking UK Representation 37Alessandro di Camporeale Bianca Trading Co. Ltd 34Arianna Occhipinti Les Caves de Pyrene 33Baglio dei Fenicotteri Seeking UK Representation 22Benanti Les Caves de Pyrene 32C.S.Viticultori Associati Canicattì Vinum 26Calatrasi 31Casà Azienda Vitivinicola Seeking UK Representation 30Castelluccimiano Seeking UK Representation 29Colomba Bianca Guy Anderson Wines 28Cos Les Caves de Pyrene 33Costantino Azienda Agr. Seeking UK Representation 27Curto Antica Az. Agraria Seeking UK Representation 25De Bartoli, Marco Les Caves de Pyrene 33De Gregorio, Cantine Seeking UK Representation 20Donna di Coppe Seeking UK Representation 23Feudo Disisa Seeking UK Representation 24Feudo Principi di Butera Zonin UK 11Gatti, Tenuta Seeking UK Representation 21Gregorio, Marchesi de Seeking UK Representation 16Limonio Seeking UK Representation 19Luna Sicana Seeking UK Representation 18Maccari, Feudo Italian Continental Stores 17Montalto, Barone Seeking UK Representation 15Nicosia, Cantine The Wine Society / Vinexus 14Ottoventi Seeking UK Representation 13Pellegrino, Carlo Hallgarten Druitt 12Planeta Enotria Winecellars 6Rallo, Cantine Armit Wines 38Rapitalà Matthew Clark 10Riofavara Thorman Hunt 35Russo, Cantine Seeking UK Representation 9Salaparuta, Duca di Moreno Wines 8Santa Tresa Charles Cramer/Ehrmanns 7Settesoli, Cantine Enotria Winecellars 5Spadafora Seeking UK Representation 3Tasca d’Almerita Berkmann Wine Cellars 2Valle dell’Acate Thorman Hunt 36Villa Scaminaci Seeking UK Representation 4Zabù, Tenimenti Liberty Wines 1

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Sicilian Wine Growing in Figures

Surface area of vines: 112,725 hectares plus circa 19,000 hectares in holdings (Source: IRVV 2011 from data provided by the Regional Ministry of Agriculture and Forests)

Surface area of white grapes: 71,967 hectares (63.8%)

Surface area of black grapes: 40,508 hectares (35.9%)

Surface area planted with vines per province:

2011Province Hectares %

Trapani 65,031.19 57.69%

Agrigento 19,049.72 16.90%

Palermo 15,431.65 13.69%

Caltanissetta 5,447.62 4.83%

Catania 3,181.15 2.82%

Syracuse 1,840.61 1.63%

Ragusa 1,536.81 1.36%

Messina 885.35 .79%

Enna 329.39 .29%

Total 112,733.49 100.00%

Source: Ass. Reg. Risorse Agricole e Alimentari U.O. 30 – Interventi OCM vitivinicola

Ed, Regional Observatory of Viticulture (IRVV)

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Principal wine grape varieties in Sicily2011Variety Hectares %Catarratto Bianco comune 30,368 26.94%Nero d’Avola 18,296 16.23%Catarratto Bianco lucido 7,389 6.55%Inzolia 6,783 6.02%Grillo 6,098 5.41%Trebbiano toscano 5,451 4.84%Syrah 5,424 4.81%Chardonnay 4,968 4.41%Merlot 4,659 4.13%Grecanico 4,557 4.04%Nerello Mascalese 3,698 3.28%Cabernet Sauvignon 3,544 3.14%Zibibbo 1,768 1.57%Sangiovese 1,527 1.35%Viognier 1,179 1.05%Pinot Grigio 1,157 1.03%Frappato 803 0.71%Nerello Cappuccio 684 0.61%Perricone 334 0.30%Sauvignon 328 0.29%Vermentino 281 0.25%Alicante Bouschet 279 0.25%Damaschino 275 0.24%Moscato Bianco 257 0.23%Fiano 254 0.23%Malvasia Bianca 230 0.20%Petit Verdot 225 0.20%Cabernet Franc 213 0.19%Pinot Nero 212 0.19%Muller-Thurgau 176 0.16%Carricante 146 0.13%Ciliegiolo 121 0.11%Barbera 100 0.09%Malvasia di Lipari 99 0.09%Altre 850 0.73%Total Sicily 112,734 100.00%

Source: Ass. Reg, Risorse Agricole e Alimentari U.O. 30 – Interventi OCM vitivinicola

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Indigenous Sicilian Grape Varieties

WhiteAlbanelloAlbanello is one of the historic vines grown in the Syracuse district where it has gradually dwindled to a few specimens, whilst some random stocks can still be found in the Ragusa vineyards. It is usually vinifi ed together with other grapes. The wine is particularly delicate, with a deep straw-yellow colour, a rich suite of aromas and a well-structured taste. Syracuse district.

Ansonica or InzoliaIt is one of the longest grown grapes in Sicily. Mentioned by Pliny by the name of “Irziola”, popularly known as “Inzolia-vranca” to distinguish it from “Inzolia-nigra” and is also described by Cupani (1696) and Sestini (1760). Widely spread over the whole island, it competes with other white wines and is frequently blended with Catarratto. Locally it is also consumed as a table grape. A delicate wine when made as a single varietal with a greenish straw-yellow colour, scents characteristic of the grape, neutral to the taste, quite full-bodied, good percentage of alcohol, balanced acidity and smoothness. All of Sicily, except the province of Enna.

Carricante Historical vine from the Etna area where it has been cultivated since time immemorial. Described by Sestini (1760) in his memoirs about Mascali wines, its name is due to the high production it is able to give. Particularly fi ne wine, straw-yellow colour with green tinges, good aromatic structure with sweet and fl oral aroma of herbs. It has a good taste structure, warm, full-bodied, characterised by a high level of fi xed acids which makes it particularly adaptable for wood aging and conservation. Province of Catania.

Catarratto Bianco communeHistorical Sicilian vine which has been cultivated since time immemorial. It was popularly called “Catarratu vrancu”, described by Cupani (1696) and Sestini (1760). Pastena (1970) cites foru catarratis cultivated in Sicily. Found all over the Island, its cultivation is particularly wide in the provinces of Trapani and Palermo. Catarratto forms part of the composition of many white Sicilian wines. The wine is straw-yellow coloured with a tendency to gold with a good aromatic profi le with fruity smells and fl oral notes, its taste is characterized by a strong presence of alcohol and a good structure, neutral in fl avour, quite acidic and with a tendency to a smooth taste. All of Sicily except the province of Enna.

DamaschinoQuoted by Mendola (1885), it is supposed to have arrived in Sicily during the Arabic domination, especially in the Trapani area. It was used mostly for replanting vineyards in the Marsalese area after the phylloxera invasion. Its cultivation is restricted to the provinces of Trapani and Agrigento. It is usually used to blend with other grapes. The wine is fi ne, early drinking, straw yellow, with a delicate and pleasant bouquet, neutral fl avour, quite harmonic. Not capable of much ageing. Province of Agrigento and Trapani.

Grecanico DoratoThe origin of these grapes, cultivated for centuries in Sicily, is unknown. It is perhaps the same grape that Cupani (1696) described as Sicilian grapes called “Grecani”. Historically, it is widespread in the provinces of Trapani and Agrigento. Scattered plants can be found in many Sicilian vineyards. Fine wine with a golden yellow colour, quite alcoholic, with a neutral scent and taste, fresh and harmonious. Provinces of Agrigento, Trapani and Palermo.

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Malvasia di LipariIt belongs to the large group of ‘Malvasie’ cultivated in Italy. Presumably introduced by the Greek colonizers in the 4th century BC, it is mentioned in the works of numerous Roman authors. Cupani (1696) describes it with the name “Malvagia”, from the vulgar “Marvascia”. Notwithstanding the name, the Malvasia of Lipari is cultivated above all on the island Salina and to a much lesser degree on the other Aeolian islands; it is present also in a few vineyards in the Messina and Catania territories. Traditionally vinifi ed to produce the famous DOC Malvasia delle Lipari passito (sweet) wine. The grapes are picked at the advanced stage of ripening; before being vinifi ed they are laid out to dry on racks. The wine is aromatic, with intense herbaceous and fl oral scents, notes of honey and dried apricots; the taste is sweet, warm and aromatic with balanced acidity and taste. Province of Messina.

Minnella BiancaDescribed by Sestini (1760), it has been cultivated for centuries exclusively in the Etna territory, where vines are still present amongst Nerello Mascalese and Carricante vineyards. Its name derives from “Minna” (breast) such is the shape of the grapes. In the past the grapes were used to give more softness to the Etna-area wines, which were typically rich in acidity and tannins.Generally if forms part of the blend of the local wines of the Etna area. Vinifi ed as a single varietal, it is a wine of a straw yellow colour with a select range of aromas and a tendency towards a soft taste and little crispness. Provincia di Catania.

Moscato BiancoBelongs to the ‘Moscati’ group, dubbed by the ancients “Vitis Apianae” due to their sweetness and to the fact that it attracted honey bees. Cupani (1657-1710) refers to a “Muscateddu Vrancu” as a synonym of the Vitis Apinae cited by Pliny. It has been cultivated in the province of Syracuse since ancient times. It is thought to be linked to the ancient “Vinum Balintium” produced with “Moscadello dolce” grapes and praised by Pliny, Fazello and other Roman historians. It is vinifi ed to produce the Moscato di Siracusa and the Moscato di Noto. When vinifi ed naturally a lovely light golden wine is produced and a pleasant Moscato aroma is obtained. Provinces of Siracusa and Ragusa.

Moscato d’Alessandria or ZibibboBelongs to the ‘Moscati’ group, dubbed by the ancients “Vitis Apianae” due to their sweetness and to the fact that it attracted honey bees. Cultivated in Sicily presumably since Phoenician times, this variety was used especially as a table grape, both fresh and dried; its name originates from the Arabic “Zibibbo”, still used in Sicily today to indicate preserved dried grapes. Traditionally vinifi ed to produce aromatic white wines, amongst which the important wines DOC Moscato and Moscato Passito di Pantelleria. The latter is of an intense yellow colour, presenting inebriating scents of apricots, fl owers, honey, when tasted it is sweet, full-bodied, warm and sapid, with a balanced acidity and smoothness, pleasurably harmonic. It is used to produce dry aromatic wines. Province of Trapani.

RedAlicante or GrénacheAlso known as “Granaccio”, it was probably brought to Sicily by both the French and the British in the 18th century. It is grown in both the Catania and Messina districts. In the Etna vineyards it is still possible to fi nd old ungrafted plants. Purple-red colour, with grapey and fruity hints, a delicate taste, less full-bodied yet balanced and well-shaped; ideal for early consumption. Catania and Messina districts.

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Corinto NeroNative of Greece, it grows in many vineyard areas in Europe, especially Greece and Turkey. In Sicily it is grown on the Aeolian Islands, mainly on the island of Salina. Gallus (1595) refers to it as “dark sea grapes”, while Molon (1906) describes it as dark Passerina. Cupani (1696), in his Hortus Catholicus and Phanphyton Siculum distinguishes three varieties of Corinto, commonly known as Tuccarino, Tuccarineddu or Niuridduzzo and “Tuccarino cù cocci”. Cupani himself mentions sun-dried Corinto grapes, referring to them as “Passulina del nostro Regno” (Raisins of our Reign). Its grapes, usually sun-dried on trellises, account for 5-8% of the composition of the DOC wine Malvasia delle Lipari. Made as single grape varietal, it produces a pale ruby red wine, with intense, slightly spiced perfume, moderately full-bodied, generally soft. Province of Messina.

FrappatoIn his memoirs about the Vittoria wines, Sestini describes it as a wine of uncertain origin. It is still cultivated in Vittoria and is common in the area of Ragusa and Siracusa, generally in association with Nero d’Avola. It is not widespread in the other Sicilian provinces. The grapes, when produced as a single varietal, make excellent wine with a ruby red colour, not too intense and bright, strong wine aromas, fruity and fl owery, full-bodied on average, balanced tannin, fresh and soft taste, very harmonious. Provinces of Ragusa, Siracusa and Catania.

Nerello CappuccioIts name indicates the habit of the foliage hides the bunches like a cape. It is a very ancient vine cultivated with other vines mainly in the provinces of Catania and Messina. It is a fi ne, ruby-coloured wine, with a winey, fruity aroma, good taste structure; it is ideal for a wine for immediate consumption. When vinifi ed with Nerello mascalese it produces long-lasting wines; it is also used to produce DOC Etna Rosso and Etna rosato. Provinces of Catania, Messina, Agrigento and Enna.

Nerello MascaleseIt belongs to the historical group of the “Nigrelli” vines described by Sestini (1760) in his memoirs on wines from the county of Mascali. Traditionally grown as a small bush, it is the most diffused vine in the Mount Etna area where it has been cultivated since time immemorial. It presumably has ties with the ancient wines of Etna celebrated by Homer and Roman historians. The wine is elegant and of a great character, with a tendency to be tannic, it is ruby red in colour with granite hues; the excellent structure and the good aromatic structure make it suitable for ageing. Provinces of Catania, Messina, Agrigento and Enna.

Nero d’AvolaMentioned by Cupani (1696), but it is still uncertain when it dates back to. It is linked to the ancient wines that went by the names of “Calabresi di Augusta” and “Vini di Vittoria”. The name Calabrese derives presumably from the two old Sicilian words “Calea”-“Aulisi”, or grape of Avola, referring to the place where it was originally picked. It is the king of Sicilian grapes, grown in all areas of the island, where it fi nds the best place to express its qualities. The wines distinguish themselves from one another depending on the cultivation area of the vine. They have rich personalities, of intense ruby red colour, an excellent array of aromas with fruity, fl oral and spicy notes, very well-structured taste, tannic, full-bodied, balanced acidity and smoothness, and overall very harmonic. All of Sicily.

NoceraA very similar vine to the Nerelli varieties. It has traditionally been grown in the area of Messina since ancient times. It is believed to be linked to the historic “Mamertinum” wines and the “Zancle” wines which were praised by ancient Romans. Real traces of ancient history can be found in the vineyards of the province of Messina. Plants are also present sparsely in the vineyards of the provinces of Catania, Syracuse and Ragusa. The wine obtained from single grape is of a strong ruby red colour with purple touches, a good suite of aromas, full-bodied, rich in fi xed acid, alcohol and tannins. Provinces of Messina, Catania and Siracusa.

PerriconeThis grape is typical of Western Sicily where growing has taken place since time immemorial. It is cultivated in limited quantities in the provinces of Palermo and Trapani; it is also found in the provinces of Agrigento and Messina. Wine made with single grape giving a quite intense ruby red colour, typical wine-like fragrance, quite full-bodied, moderately tannic, overall well-balanced, ready to consume. Provinces of Agrigento, Palermo and Trapani.

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Grillo, Nerello Mascalese, Inzolia, Chardonnay, Shiraz

Vineyard area: 40 hectaresAnnual production: 300,000 bottles Region: Agrigento

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Vigneti Zabù SRLVigneti Zabù SRLS.S. 188 Contrada Anguilla, Snc92017 Sambuca di Sicilia Sicily

T: +39 085 9067388F: +39 085 9067389E: [email protected]: www.zabu.itContact: Marco Scarinci

Liberty WinesUnit D18-23, The Food Market New Covent Garden London SW8 5LL

T: 020 7720 5350 E: [email protected]: www.libertywines.co.uk Contact: David Gleave MW

Tenimenti Zabù is a young, 5 year old company located in one of the most historic areas for viticulture in the comune of Sambuca di Sicilia in Sicily. The vineyards are situated on the hills surrounding the Arancio lake, which provides a vital source during the hottest months and allows the grapes to ripen perfectly. In 2010, Farnese joined forces with a local cooperative winery, providing the necessary knowledge and technical assistance from winemaker Filippo Baccalaro to produce excellent quality wines from the fantastic vineyards in the area.

1. Il Passo 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nerello Mascalese - 6 months in French oak barriques - 13% alc.

RRP £13.99

2. Chiantari Nero d’Avola 2012, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 6 months in French oak barriques - 14% alc.

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3. Chiantari Inzolia - Chardonnay 2011, IGT Sicilia 60% Inzolia, 40% Chardonnay - 13% alc.

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4. Zabu’ Grillo 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Grillo – 12.5% alc.

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Tasca dʼAlmeritaTasca d’AlmeritaVia dei Fiori 13, 90129 PalermoSicily

T: +39 0916 459711F: +39 0914 26703E: [email protected]: www.tascadalmerita.itContact: Yoni Annet Westendorp

Berkmann Wine Cellars10-12 Brewery RoadLondonN7 9NH

T: 020 7609 4711F: 020 7607 0018E: [email protected]: Kathy Sturge

In 1830, two brothers Don Lucio and Don Carmelo Mastrogiovanni Tasca bought the Regaleali estate, formerly a feudal domain of 1200 ha. in the countryside surrounding Sclafani. Tasca d’Almerita was fi rst in Sicily to introduce short pruning techniques to obtain grapes of superior quality through smaller yields per hectare, fi rst to exploit local Inzolia and Nero d’Avola vines, to use moderate aging in barrels (in the 1970’s with Nero d’Avola) and to experiment with Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon as well as the use of soft presses and temperature-controlled fermentation vats for the preservation of aromatic richness.Regaleali, the main hub, extends across for 500 hectares amidst a dramatic hilly landscape at the edge of the provinces of Palermo and Caltanissetta. Then there is Mozia in the province of Trapani with Grillo vineyards, Capofaro on Salina island with Malvasia and the Sciarananova and Boccadorzo estates on Etna as well as the Sallier de la Tour estate mainly devoted to Syrah (Shiraz) and Viognier.

1. Leone d’Almerita 2011, Sicilia IGT 46% Catarratto, 36% Pinot Bianco, 17% Sauvignon, 1% Traminer Aromatico - 13% alc.

RRP £13.99 - 14.99

2. Nozze d’Oro 2010, DOC Contea di Sclafani 78% Inzolia, 22% Sauvignon Tasca - aged on lees for 4 – 5 months - 12.5% alc.

RRP £15.99 - 16.99

3. Tascante 2009, Sicilia IGT 100% Nerello Mascalese – aged in 30 & 60 hl. oak botti for 18 months – 14.5% alc.

RRP £34.99

4. Rosso del Conte 2007, DOC Contea di Sclafani 55% Nero d’Avola, 17% Perricone, 28% other red varieties - 18 months in new French Allier & Tronçais 225l. barrels – 13.5% alc.

RRP £ 44.99

Vineyard area: 500 hectaresAnnual production: 3,000,000 bottlesRegion: Regaleali, Etna, Isole Eolie, Isola Mozia, Camporeale

Varieties planted: Inzolia, Grecanico, Catarratto, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Traminer Aromatico, Moscato, Malvasia, Viognier, Semillon, Grillo, Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Perricone, Pinot Nero, Syrah

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Vineyard area: 95 hectaresAnnual production: 319,000 bottlesRegion: DOC Monreale

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Nerello Cappuccio, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Nerello Mascalese, Grillo, Inzolia, Catarratto

Spadafora dei Principi di Spadafora

Spadafora dei Principi di SpadaforaVia Ausonia 90 90144 PalermoSicily

T: +39 0915 14952E: [email protected]: www.spadafora.comContact: Francesco Spadafora

Seeking UK Representation

The history of Spadafora bottled wine began over twenty years ago, in the summer of 1988, when my father decided it would be better to explore another world, to see how it was. So from our land in Mussomeli, a family-owned property in inland Sicily where they grew wheat, I moved to Virzì to take care of the vineyards and make wine from the grapes.I immediately became passionate about it, thinking about what my father would like and what I wanted.After tasting and testing, I decided in 1993 that I would only produce wine from grapes grown on this land, and I produced our fi rst bottle, which I naturally named after my father: Don Pietro.

1. Don Pietro 2011, Sicilia IGP 34% Catarratto, 33% Grillo, 33% Inzolia - organic production - 13% alc.

€4.70

2. Grillo 2011, Sicilia IGP 100% Grillo - organic production - 13.5% alc.

€5.75

3. Alhambra 2010, Sicilia IGP 100% Nero d’Avola - organic production - 13.5% alc.

€4.10

4. Schietto Nero d’Avola 2009, Sicilia IGP 100% Nero d’Avola - organic production - 14.5% alc.

€8.90

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Villa ScaminaciVilla ScaminaciVia Ex di Giovanni, sn91020 Salaparuta (TP)Sicily

T: +39 0924 75801F: +39 0924 1916043E: [email protected]: www.villascaminaci.it Skype: cmkalosContact: Calogero Mazzara


“Villa Scaminaci” is a trademark that belongs to the Cooperativa Agricola “Madonna del Piraino” which was created in 2006 according to the approval of the regulations for the DOC Salaparuta wines by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.The policy followed by the administrative Council of the cooperative has, from the very fi rst year of production, been one of transparency, ethical standards and clarity as regards the producer members and above all the fi nal consumer.The wines which the cooperative decided to market are from local grape varieties. The principal white varieties with a long history in the province of Trapani are Catarratto and Grillo and for the red, the Nero d’Avola, historically connected with Sicily and originating from the west side of the island but also producing positive results in the Salaparuta area. Also grown are the international varieties of Chardonnay, Viognier, Merlot and Syrah.

1. Catarratto Salaparuta DOP 2011, Salaparuta DOP 100% Catarratto – 12.5% alc.

€3.00

2. Nero d’Avola Salaparuta DOP 2011, Salaparuta DOP 100% Nero d’Avola - 13% alc.

€3.00

3. Catarratto Sicilia IGP 2011, Sicilia IGP - organic wine100% Catarratto – organic production – 12.5% alc.

€7.00

4. Nero d’Avola Sicilia IGP 2011, Sicilia IGP - organic wine 100% Nero D’Avola – organic production - 13% alc.

€7.00

Vineyard area: 530 hectaresAnnual production: 50,000 bottlesRegion: Salaparuta

Varieties planted: Catarratto, Grillo, Nero d’Avola, Viognier, Merlot & Syrah

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Vineyard area: 6,000 hectaresAnnual production: 26,000,000 bottles Region: Menfi

Varieties planted: Catarratto, Grillo, Inzolia, Chardonnay, Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Cantine Settesoli Cantine Settesoli S.c.aStrada Statale 11592013 Menfi (AG)Sicily

T: +39 0925 77111E: [email protected]: www.cantinesettesoli.itContact: Roberta Urso

Enotria Winecellars Ltd. 4 - 8 Chandos Park Estate Chandos RoadLondon NW10 6NF

T: 020 8963 4820F: 020 8961 8773E: [email protected]: www.enotria.co.ukContact: Patrizia Baldini

Founded in 1958 in Menfi , Settesoli now has a membership of 1,863 grapegrowers and a combined vineyard area of 6000 hectares – approximately 5% of Sicily’s vineyard area. Three cellars are dedicated to the vinifi cation of approx. 50,000 tonnes of grapes each year, packaging and stock-holding. Cantine Settesoli is the largest vitivinicultural operation in Sicily with the largest single vineyard holding in Europe and an authentic wine district in the province of Agrigento; between Menfi , Montevago and Santa Margherita di Belice nearly 70% of the 5000 families in this community are involved one way or another in Settesoli.

1. Mandrarossa Urra di Mare 2011, IGT Sicilia100% Sauvignon Blanc - 13% alc.

RRP £ 11.95

2. Mandrarossa Timperosse 2011, IGT Sicilia100% Petit Verdot - 13.5% alc.

RRP £ 11.95

3. Mandrarossa Santannella 2010, IGT Sicilia60% Fiano, 20% Viognier, 20% Chenin Blanc - 6 - 8 months in French oak barriques -13.5% alc.

RRP £ 15.50

4. Mandrarossa Cartagho 2009, IGT Sicilia100% Nero d’Avola - 12 months in French oak - 14% alc.

RRP £ 16.50

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PlanetaPlanetaContrada Dispensa92013 Menfi (AG)Sicily

T: +39 091 327965E: [email protected]: www.planeta.itContact: Stefania Paglino

Enotria Winecellars4/8 Chandos Park EstateChandos RoadLondon NW10 6NF

T: 020 8963 4820F: 020 8961 8773E: [email protected]: www.enotria.co.ukContact: Patrizia Baldini

Planeta is a Sicilian wine company established in 1995. Planeta is not just one but six ways of expressing the land in six different aspects. This is the number of estates which produce their wine, of the boutique wineries each with their project of research into and making the most of the land. Planeta wineries are: Ulmo at Sambuca di Sicilia (AG), Dispensa at Menfi (AG), Dorilli at Vittoria (RG), Buonivini at Noto (SR), Sciara Nuova on Etna at Castiglione di Sicilia (CT) and fi nally La Baronia at Capo Milazzo (ME).Planeta’s project, a patient and meticulous study which is never hurried, has turned as much to the past as to the future. On one side a deep link with the oldest enological Sicilian traditions with their heritage of indigenous varieties, Grecanico, Carricante, Moscato di Noto, Frappato, Nerello Mascalese and Nero d’Avola. On the other, an arena where the greatest producers of the fi ve continents are appraised for the varieties Chardonnay, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet, great classics of international enology interpreted by a territory which unmistakably marks them. There is also the most inspired and visionary experimentation with varieties which has permitted the appearance of a revolutionary Fiano for the fi rst time in Sicily. 1. Chardonnay 2009, IGT Sicilia

100% Chardonnay – Allier oak for 12 months - 14% alc.

RRP £25.00

2. Syrah Maroccoli 2008, IGT Sicilia100% Syrah - Allier oak for 12 months - 15% alc.

RRP £23.50

3. La Segreta Bianco 2011, IGT Sicilia50% Grecanico,30% Chardonnay, 10% Viognier, 10% Fiano - 13% alc.

RRP £9.25

4. La Segreta Rosso 2011, IGT Sicilia50% Nero d’Avola, 25% Merlot, 20% Syrah, 5% Cabernet Franc- 13% alc.

RRP £9.25

Vineyard area: 364 hectaresAnnual production: 2,300,000 bottles Region: Various locations

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Frappato, Grecanico, Fiano, Moscato Bianco, Carricante, Syrah, Merlot, Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Riesling

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Vineyard area: 50 hectaresAnnual production: 350,000 bottles Region: Vittoria (RG)

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Frappato, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grillo, Viognier

Feudo di Santa Tresa Santa Tresa SrlStrada Comunale Marangio 3597019 Vittoria (RG)Sicily

T: +39 0932 513126F: +39 0932 984311E: [email protected]: www.santatresa.itContact: Laura d’Angelo

EhrmannsUnit 2b, 44 Gloucester AvenueLondon NW1 8JD

T: 020 7449 9917F: 020 7449 9922E: [email protected]: www.ehrmannswines.co.ukContact: Joy Edmondson

C Cramer Wine Consultancy62 Devonshire RoadLondon W4 2HT

T: +44 7769656594 E: [email protected]: Chuck Cramer

The Feudo di Santa Tresa is a beautiful 50 hectare estate dating back to the 17th century being established in 1697 and now run on an organic basis. Situated in Vittoria, the name Santa Tresa derives from the Sicilian pronunciation, which has shortened the name Teresa to Tresa. Nature is bountiful here, with the Sicilian sun perfectly ripening the best fruits in the Mediterranean basin. Lying close to the Mediterranean, Feudo di Santa Tresa’s vineyards benefi t from cooling sea breezes and the effect the salt water has on the composition of the special red soil, rich in iron, which is known as ‘ferreti.’

1. Rina Ianca Grillo Viognier 2011, IGT Sicilia 70% Grillo, 30% Viognier - 30% of the Grillo aged in oak barriques for 3-4 months - organic production - 13% alc.

RRP £9.99

2. Frappato 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Frappato - organic production - 12.5% alc.

RRP £9.99

3. Cerasuolo Di Vittoria Classico DOCG Nero D’Avola/Frappato 2010, DOCG Cerasuolo di Vittoria 60% Nero d’Avola, 40% Frappato - organic production - 13.5% alc.

RRP £9.99

4. Nivuro Nero D’Avola/Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, IGT Sicilia 70% Nero d’Avola, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon - 12 months in French oak barriques organic production - 13.5% alc.

RRP £11.49 – 11.99

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Duca di SalaparutaDuca di SalaparutaVia Nazionale S.S. 113 90014 Casteldaccia (PA)Sicily

T: +39 02 967651E: [email protected]: www.duca.itContact: Antonella Pagnanelli

Moreno Wines26 Macroom RoadMaida ValeLondon W9 3HY

T: 020 8960 7161F: 020 8960 7165E: [email protected]: www.morenowinesuk.co.ukContact: Marcel Moreno

The Duca di Salaparuta group comprises three historic brands which represent Sicily and Italy worldwide: Corvo and Duca di Salaparuta, dating back to 1824, and Florio, which dates from 1833. Acquired by Illva Saronno Holding and brought together in a single group, the two historic companies now constitute the leading privately-owned wine producing group in Sicily and their estates and cellars provide a key chapter in the history of Sicily. The story of the company’s estates began with the selection of the specifi c areas of land: Suor Marchesa in Riesi, Risignolo in Salemi and Vajasindi on the slopes of Mount Etna. The experimental innovations, closely bound to the lands of Sicily, have led to what to can only be described as iconic wines such as Duca Enrico, the fi rst fully Nero d’Avola wine, while others provide new and interesting enological challenges like Nawàri, the fi rst Pinot Nero wine from Mount Etna. Each Duca di Salaparuta wine is, in essence, the expression of specifi c local areas and of a long wine-making tradition.

1. Passo delle Mule 2010, Sicilia IGP 100% Nero d’Avola - 10 months in fi ne oak barrels - 13.5% alc.

RRP £15.99

2. Lavico 2008, Sicilia IGP 100% Nerello Mascalese - at least 12 months in small fi ne oak casks - 13% alc.

RRP £17.99

3. Calanica Insolia & Chardonnay 2011, Sicilia IGP 60% Insolia, 40% Chardonnay - 12.5% alc.

RRP £11.99

4. Duca Enrico 2007, Sicilia IGP 100% Nero d’Avola - at least 18 months in fi ne oak casks - 13.5% alc.

RRP £55.00

Vineyard area: 280 hectares (120 ha. owned & 35 ha. rented)Annual production: 1,500,000 bottles Region: Etna, Riesi, Salemi

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah, Grillo, Insolia, Chardonnay

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Vineyard area: 25 hectaresAnnual production: 400,000 bottles Region: Etna

Varieties planted: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Carricante, Catarratto, Nero d’Avola, Insolia

Cantine RussoCantine RussoVia Corvo S.N C.da Solicchiata Crasà 95014 Castiglione di Sicilia (CT)Sicily

T: +39 0942 986271 F: +39 0942 986598E: [email protected]: www.cantinerusso.euContact: Gina Russo


The tradition of wine making in the Russo family began in the 1860’s and has been passed on from father to son. The Russo family is dedicated exclusively to the cultivation of their own vineyards between 700m. and 1000m. asl on the slopes of Etna located around the small village of Solicchiata (Castiglione di Sicilia)on the northwestern side of Mount Etna National Park.In 1955, Don Ciccio (Francesco), Vincenzo’s father founded the present wine company and built the fi rst production plant where the wines were produced, bottled and sold.Cantine Russo specialises in the cultivation of indigenous grape varieties, Nerello Mascalese /Nerello Cappuccio and Carricante /Catarratto, from these grapes they produce “Rampante” Etna DOP red and white wines.They have expanded to add other important grape varieties such as Nero d’Avola, Insolia, Syrah and Chardonnay.

1. Rampante 2007, DOC 80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio - 50% aged in 225lt & 750lt oak barriques for 1 year - 13.5% alc.

€ 6.80

2. Luce di Lava 2008, DOC 80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio - 1 year in barriques and tonneaux - 13.5% alc.

€ 5.90

3. Luce di Lava 2010, DOC 70% Carricante, 30% Catarratto - 12.5% alc.

€ 5.90

4. Orus 2010, IGP 100% Nero d’Avola - 12.5% alc.

€ 3.80

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Tenuta Rapitalà Tenuta Rapitalà S.P.A. (Gruppo Italiano Vini SpA)Contrada Rapitalà90043 Camporeale (PA)Sicily

T: +44 (0)208 996 5758E: [email protected]: www.rapitala.itContact: Hugues Du Pre’

Matthew ClarkWhitchurch LaneBristol BS14 0JZ

T: 01275 891400F: 01275 836726E: stephankofl [email protected]: www.matthewclark.co.ukContact: Stephan Kofl er

The Rapitala estate covers 225 ha. on gentle hills between 300m. and 600m. asl above Alcamo with alternating clay and sand soils. The perfect exposure and the composition of the soil make it ideal for the cultivation of the fi nest vine varieties. Rapitalà is an authentic name, it comes from the Arabic, Rabidh-Allah “river of Allah” for the stream which fl ows through the vineyards,and testifi es that this land has been cultivated since antiquity. Frenchman, Hugues Bernard de la Gatinais, married Gigi Guarrasi, heiress to a prominent Palermo family in 1968. They engaged in a passionate adventure, the reconstruction of the family cellar destroyed earlier by the Belice valley earthquake. French varietals were planted alongside autochthonous ones and today, their son Laurent continues the work his parents started with the same care and passion.The philosophy of Rapitalà requires wines which retain the fl avours and scents of the Sicilian terroir, without neglecting the elegance of the taste of the most refi ned palates.

1. Grillo Sicilia 2011, Sicilia IGT 100% Grillo - 13% alc.

RRP £9.99

2. Grand Cru 2010, Sicilia IGT 100% Chardonnay - must is transferred to French oak barriques after 2/3rds is fermented and remains on lees for 10 months - 14% alc.

RRP £16.00

3. Camporeale - Nero D’Avola 2011, Sicilia IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - 13.5% alc.

RRP £9.99

4. Hugonis 2009, Sicilia IGT 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Nero d’Avola - Cabernet Sauvignon aged in French oak barriques + Nero d’Avola in 30 hl oak barrels for 10 months - 14.5% alc.

RRP £16.00

Vineyard area: 175 hectaresAnnual production: 3,000,000 bottles Region: Alcamo DOC

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Catarratto Lucido, Grillo, Inzolia, Nerello Mascalese, Chardonnay

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Vineyard area: 180 hectaresAnnual production: 900,000 bottles Region: Butera

Varieties planted: Insolia, Chardonnay, Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot

Feudo Principi di ButeraFeudo Principi di ButeraContrada Deliella 93011 Butera (Cl)Sicily

T: +39 0934 347726F: +39 0934 347851E: [email protected]: www.feudobutera.itContact: Laura Luciani

Zonin UK Ltd18 The GreenRichmond-upon-ThamesSurrey TW9 1PX

T: 020 8940 4943F: 020 8940 6895E: [email protected]: www.zonin.co.ukContact: Gianluca Antonini

The feudal property of Feudo Principi di Butera nearby Caltanisetta is an ambitious investment of the Zonin family in Sicily. The ancient estate includes 320 hectares of land of which 180 are planted with vineyards. The historic domaine now boasts state of the art winemaking equipment for the world famous Sicilian wines. That of Feudo Principi di Butera is a privileged terroir: the hillsides here are subject to the strong, warm light from the south and the breezes that blow in from the nearby sea. Feudo Principi di Butera is one of Sicily’s outstanding wineries and it has been responsible for launching Nero d’Avola and Insolia, the two most representative indigenous varieties of the island, on international markets.

1. Insolia 2011, Feudo Principi di Butera, Sicilia IGT100% Insolia - 13% alc.

RRP £12.49

2. Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Feudo Principi di Butera, Sicilia IGT 100% Cabernet Sauvignon - 12 months in 60hl French oak barrel and 350 lt French oak tonneaux – 13.5% alc.

RRP £12.99

3. Nero d’Avola 2010, Feudo Principi di Butera, Sicilia IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - 12 months in 60hl. French oak barrel and 350 lt French oak tonneaux – 13% alc.

RRP £12.99

4. Deliella Nero d’Avola 2008, Feudo Principi di Butera, Sicilia IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - 18 months in 350 lt. French oak tonneaux - 14% alc.

RRP £37.99

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Carlo PellegrinoCarlo PellegrinoVia Del Fante 37/39 91025 Marsala (TP)Sicily

T: +39 0923 71 9943F: +39 0923 95 1336E: [email protected]: www.carlopellegrino.itContact: Gianvito Pipitone

Hallgarten DruittDallow RoadLutonBedfordshire LU1 1UR

T: 01582 406493F: 01582 406590E: [email protected]: www.hallgartendruitt.co.ukContact: Amanda Mencacci

Our operation is divided into 3 parts:The main cellar is located in Marsala with a 30,000m2 area of which 12,000 m2 are covered with an ageing capacity of 120,000 hl. (of which 30,000 hl in oak) and a modern bottling plant capable of 10,000 bottles/hour.Our owned vineyards cover over 159 hectares sited on a number of different farms: Gazzerotta, Kelbi, Rinazzo, Triglia Scaletta and Kufurà.Pellegrino with its 60 employees produced 6,800,000 bottles of wine in 2011 with an invoice value of € 20,200 m. of which 66% is sold nationally and 34% is exported. Our main export markets are: Switzerland, the UK, the USA, France, Canada, Germany and Japan.Sales of product categories are represented by: Marsala wines (22%), other fortifi ed wines (16%), Pantelleria wines (28.5%) and still TABLE wines (33.5%)

1. Tareni Nero d’Avola 2010, IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - 3 months in oak - 13% alc.

RRP £9.49

2. Dinari Grillo 2011, IGT 100% Grillo - 13% alc.

RRP £10.99

3. Gibele’ - Zibibbo Secco 2011, IGT 100% Zibibbo - 13% alc.

RRP £12.49

4. Passito di Pantelleria 2011, DOC 15% alc.

RRP £10.99 (37.5cl)

Vineyard area: 150 hectaresAnnual production: 6,800,000 bottles

Region: Marsala and Agro MarsaleseGrapes: Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Grillo,

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Vineyard area: 40 hectaresAnnual production: 100,000 bottles Region: Valderice (Trapani)

Grapes: Grillo, Zibibbo, Catarratto, Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Syrah

Ottoventi Agricola Ottoventi S.R.L.Via Errante, 11 91100 Trapani (TP) Sicily

T: +39 0923 1877151 F: +39 0923 1876080E: [email protected]; [email protected]: www.cantinaottoventi.itContact: Arturo d’Angelo (Export Manager)


To describe the character of a land as generous as that of western Sicily, of Erice, of its wines, of what these wines are able to express, is a superb challenge even for one who has lived the experience of these characteristic vineyards for generations. The choice to liken them to wind, in one instance as delicate as a breeze, in another impetuous and rough like the dominant winds, is to pay homage to the faithful presence of these winds from the eight directions of the horizon that constitute of the spirit of this land. Ottoventi and its wines want to bring you, with a delicate yet intense breeze, a sensory experience in taste and smell that only grapes cultivated and worked with know-how are able to generate.

1. .8 - Grillo 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Grillo - 13% alc.

€ 4.00

2. .20 - Nero D’Avola 2009, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 8 months in medium toast French oak barriques - 14% alc.

€ 4.00

3. Zibibbo 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Zibibbo - 12.5% alc.

€ 6.00

4. Ottoventi Nero 2008, IGT Sicilia 60% Nero d’Avola, 40% Syrah - 12 months in medium toast French oak barriques - 14% alc.

€ 6.00

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NicosiaNicosiaVia Luigi Capuana, S.N. 95039 Trecastagni (CT)Sicily

T: +39 095 7806767 F: +39 095 7808837E: [email protected]: www.cantinenicosia.itSkype: cantine.nicosiaContact: Giuseppe Monaco

The Wine SocietyGunnels Wood RoadStevenage, HertfordshireSG1 2BT

T: 01438 741177 E: [email protected]: 01438 761275E: [email protected]: www.thewinesociety.comContact: Ewan Murray/Sebastian Payne MW

1. Fondo Filara Frappato 2011, Sicilia IGT 100% Frappato - 12.5% alc.

RRP £8.50

2. Fondo Filara Nerello Mascalese 2009, Sicilia IGT 100% Nerello Mascalese - 5-6 months in French Allier barriques + 3 - 4 months in large botti - 13% alc.

RRP £8.50

3. Fondo Filara Etna Rosso 2009, Etna DOC 80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio - 5-6 months in French Allier barriques + 3 - 4 months in large botti - 13% alc.

RRP £10.95

4. Fondo Filara Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico 2009, Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 60% Nero d’Avola, 40% Frappato - 5-6 months in barriques - 13.5% alc.

not yet available in UK

The tie between the Nicosia family and wine began in the late 1800’s in Trecastagni on the eastern slopes of Mt. Etna. Today Nicosia is one of the most important Sicilian wine producers with a remarkable inclination for innovation and a well-defi ned production philosophy. Promoting its own territory, fostering the fi nest native vines and international varieties that adapt best to the Sicilian ‘terroir’, increasing the quality of the raw materials through a careful selection of grapes and an ongoing dedication to the work performed in the wine cellar.

Vineyard area: 20 ha. Etna, 40 ha.VittoriaAnnual production: 2,000,000 bottles Region: Etna (Sicilia - West) - Vittoria (Sicily - South West)

Varieties planted: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Catarratto, Carricante, Nero d’Avola, Frappato, Syrah

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Vineyard area: 16 hectares in Calatafi miAnnual production: 5,000,000 bottles & bag-in-boxRegion: Agrigento, Marsala, Trapani

Varieties planted: Catarratto, Pinot Grigio, Grecanico, Chardonnay, Viognier, Nero d’Avola, Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon

Barone MontaltoBarone Montalto S.P.A.Contrada Salinella S.S.188 Km 45,500 91029 Santa Ninfa (TP)Sicily

T: +39 0543 781233F: +39 0543 787259E: [email protected]: www.baronemontalto.itContact: Elisa Fabbri


Barone Montalto began in 2000 in Santa Ninfa, Sicily, in the province of Trapani. A major objective has distinguished us from the rest: to put a strong and wealthy land in the public eye and introduce its distinctive and authentic wines, making them recognized and appreciated throughout the world. Our intense and ambitious passion for this land has been the common denominator in the realization of our project. This is how the Montalto wines came to be, from great tradition and young character, which are continuously admired by an ever wider and more attentive audience of consumers. Barone Montalto has grown over the years. Our vineyards have grown along with the Sicilian territory. In addition, the satisfaction of those who continue to choose our wines has increased and consequently increased our gratifi cation, which matches our commitment. Barone Montalto is committed to both research and experimentation. Because of this, we have been able to pass new milestones, making more people familiar with the great tradition of authentic Sicilian wines.

1. Barone Montalto Nero d’Avola Merlot 2011, Sicilia IGT 70% Nero d’Avola, 30% Merlot - Merlot aged in French oak botti for 4 months - 14% alc.

€ contact producer

2. Barone Montalto Grillo Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Sicilia IGT 80% Grillo, 20% Sauvignon Blanc - 13% alc.


3. Barone Montalto Pinot Grigio 2011, Sicilia IGT 100% Pinot Grigio - 12.5% alc.


4. Collezione di Famiglia Nero d’Avola Appassimento 2011, Sicilia IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - aged in French botti for 4 months - 15% alc.


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Marchesi de GregorioMarchesi de GregorioVia Isidoro La Lumia 19/C 90139 Palermo (PA)Sicily

T: +39 091 2515281 F: +39 091 6123769 E: [email protected]: www.marchesidegregorio.it www.sirignanowineresort.itContact: Massimo de Gregorio


The Marchesi de Gregorio family’s passion for vine growing dates back to 1730. Today the estate is managed by Massimo de Gregorio who presides over the whole product processing chain, from grape variety selection to direct sales, with great care and devotion. All of the Marchesi de Gregorio vineyards are strictly organic and offer selected qualities of autochthonous grapes such as Catarratto, Inzolia, Perricone and Nero d’Avola as well as international varieties such as Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. The estate also includes an olive-grove, and grows organic Cerasuola, Biancolilla and Nocellara del Belice olives for producing high quality extra virgin olive oil. In the last few years the Marchesi de Gregorio has grown to host many eno-gastronomic tourists from all over the world. The Sirignano Wine Resort offers guests the chance to experience a Sicilian winery and enjoy the wonderful wine and food Sicily has to offer.

1. Tenute Sirignano Catarratto 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Catarratto - organic production - 12.5% alc.

€ 2.80

2. Tenute Sirignano Inzolia 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Inzolia - organic production - 12.5% alc.

€ 2.80

3. Tenute Sirignano Nero d’Avola 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - organic production - 13% alc.

€ 3.10

4. Gregorio Maximo 2008, IGT Sicilia 70% Nero d’Avola, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon - aged 12 months in French oak - organic production - 14% alc.

€ 7.20

Vineyard area: 53 hectaresAnnual production: 80,000 bottles Region: Monreale, Alcamo

Grapes: Catarratto, Chardonnay, Inzolia, Nero d’Avola, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Viognier, Perricone, Vermentino etc.

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Vineyard area: 50 hectaresAnnual production: 160,000 bottles Region: Noto - Pachino

Grapes: Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Grillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Moscato

Feudo MaccariFeudo MaccariStrada Provinciale Pachino-Noto Km 13,596017 Noto (SR)Sicily

T/F: +39 0931596894 E: [email protected]: www.feudomaccari.itContact: Daniel Donati

Italian Continental StoresJubilee House Denmark Street Maidenhead Berks SL6 7BL

T: 01628 770110F: 01628 630513E: [email protected]: www.italiancont.co.ukContact: Gordon Ritchie

Antonio Moretti became fascinated by the Val di Noto in the late ‘90’s and decided it would be the perfect place for his next oenological challenge. In 2000 he began his fi rst acquisitions and pieced together more than 50 properties with a combined 50 ha. of vines, some more than 30 years old and located on different soil types at different elevations, guaranteeing an overall balance. The Alberello, or bush style, adopted in Feudo Maccari is one of the oldest and most natural forms of high-density vine cultivation and ideal for hot, windy climates but it has high maintenance costs. Vineyards are usually planted at a density of 5,555 vines/ha. bringing signifi cant quality to both grapes and wine. Nero d’Avola gives the best expression of this territory and is a grape with ancient traditions and particularly appreciated today for its impressive characteristics of structure, richness, roundedness of fruit and its capability for lengthy cellaring.

1. Saia 2010, Sicily IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - aged in 1st & 2nd fi ll French oak for a maximum of 14 months - 14% alc.

RRP £ 16.60

2. Nero d’Avola Feudo Maccari 2010, Sicily IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - 14% alc.

RRP £ 8.99

3. Grillo Feudo Maccari 2011, Sicily IGT 100% Grillo - 13% alc.

RRP £ 8.99

4. Sultana 2010, Sicily DOC (Sweet)100% Moscato - 10.5% alc.

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Luna SicanaSocieta Agricola Luna Sicana SpaVia Re Pietro IV Snc 92100 AgrigentoSicily

T: +39 3807919541F: +39 0458213937 E: [email protected]: www.lunasicana.itContact: Patrizia Serugeri


This young company’s will is to enhance the potentials of a rich and promising land, giving value to native grapes, improving and implementing the working system.Our land’s characteristics include: constant wind which allows grapes to mature in a salubrious climate; strong temperature range between day and night which stimulates aromas variety; salt in the soil which allows to maintain a high acidity ratio.

1. Luna y Sol 2011, IGT (Sparkling)100% Nero d’Avola - 11.5% alc.

€ 5.50

2. Fiano 2011, IGT 100% Fiano - 13% alc.

€ 6.50

3. Chardonnay 2011, IGT 100% Chardonnay - 12.5% alc.

€ 6.00

Vineyard area: 30 hectaresAnnual production: 10,000 bottles Region: Casteltermini (AG)

Grapes: Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Perricone, Grillo, Inzolia, Catarratto, Carricante, Fiano, Chardonnay & others

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Vineyard area: 15 hectaresAnnual production: 50,000 bottles Region: Partinico

Varieties planted: Chardonnay, Merlot, Inzolia

LimonioLimonio sasContrada Ingastona90047 Partinico (PA)Sicily

T: +39 0918 907044E: [email protected]; [email protected]: www.limonio.comSkype: limonio55Contact: Rita Russo


For generations on fi fty hectares cultivated in bio-organic methods on rolling hills in Partinico, Sicily, one family has continued the original vision and success of their grandfather Vincenzo. The success of Limonio is the great attention to the care of those trees until the fi nal preparation of the product made with simple ingredients, free of preservatives or chemical additives, genuine fl avours unaltered by time. Limonio produces liqueurs made from lemon, prickly pear, mandarin, orange, black mulberry, bay, cinnamon and spice as well as wine and extra virgin olive oil.

1. Limonio Liquore di Limone 2012Limone Femminella Nostrale & Zagara Bianca - 35% alc.

€ 5.50

2. Mandaretto Liquore di Mandarino 2012Vecchia cultivar della zona - 35% alc.

€ 5.50

3. Gelsi Liquore di Gelsi 2012Morus Nigra – 32% alc.

€ 5.50

4. Cannella Liquore di CannellaVarietà Regina – 32% alc.

€ 5.50

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Cantine De GregorioCantine De GregorioC. da Ragana snc91019 Sciacca (AG)Sicily

T: +39 0925 85031E: [email protected]: www.cantinedegregorio.itSkype: cantine.degregorioContact: Ascanio De Gregorio


Thirty hectares of vineyards and olive groves on the gentle slopes that roll down to the Sea of Africa on volcanic soils in which, since time immemorial, man has cultivated the vine become an expression of both history and terroir.As well as the local autochthonous grapes, the winery grows international varieties which have found an ideal habitat in this area; a temperate winter climate, hot, dry summers, an extraordinary luminosity and an almost obsessive attention to cultivation allows the plants to yield strong, healthy fruit from which we can obtain wines of great quality.The cellar is located at Sciacca in an old country hamlet which surrounds a 14th century observation tower belonging to the Testoni family. Maruzza Testoni and her husband Ascanio De Gregorio together with their children have repaired the tower with the intention of keeping history alive.

1. Bianco di San Lorenzo 2011, IGP Sicilia 50% Ansonica, 50% Incrocio Manzoni - 13% alc.

€ 4.35

2. Dragonara Bianco 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Grillo – 13.5% alc.

€ 3.50

3. Rosa di Nero 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 6 months in oak - 13.5% alc.

€ 4.35

4. Haris 2010, IGP 100% Nero d’Avola – 50 – 60% in fi ne grain, medium toast French oak for 6 – 8 months - 13% alc.

€ 3.30

Vineyard area: 30 hectaresAnnual production: 60,000 bottles Region: Sciacca (Agrigento)

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Grillo, Inzolia, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

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Vineyard area: 17 hectaresAnnual production: 13,114 bottles Region: Librizzi (Messina)

Grapes: Nocera, Nero d’Avola, Insolia, Grillo, Pinot Nero, Sangiovese, Catarratto Lucido, Nerello Mascalese, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Tenuta GattiTenuta GattiC. Da Cuprani’ 98064 Librizzi (ME)Sicily

T/F: +39 0941 368173E: [email protected]: www.tenutagatti.comSkype: nicolasgattirusso25Contact: Nicolas Gatti Russo


Our Cuprani’ farm is a fertile estate of 217 hectares situated on the slopes of Nebrodi in a setting of great natural beauty and includes 17 ha. of vineyard. It is still a pristine corner of the real Sicily which it is said, since as far back as 1825, holds the story of fi ve generations of family and of our strong, unbreakable and traditional relationship with this generous land. Cuprani hosts a variety of plantations: vineyards, citrus groves, chestnut, hazelnut and even forest, but always and of all the crops, olives and grapes are both an important element of which we are particulary proud.

1. Sice’ 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nocera - aged in tonneaux and large botti - organic production – 13.5% alc.

€ 9.00

2. Catalina 2011, DOC 70% Insolia, 30% Grillo - organic production - 13% alc.

€ 5.00

3. Franco 2008, IGT Sicilia 55% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon - aged 12 months in barriques - organic production - 14% alc.

€ 9.00

4. Curpane’ 2009, DOC 70% Nero d’Avola, 30% Nocera - aged 12 months in botti and tonneaux - organic production - 14% alc.

€ 6.00

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Baglio dei FenicotteriVia La Marmora 18796018 Pachino (Siracusa)Sicily

T/F: +39 0931 591944E: [email protected]: www.bagliodeifenicotteri.comSkype: baglio.dei.fenicotteriContact: Francesco Squasi


Baglio dei Fenicotteri is located in the southernmost part of Sicily between Noto and Pachino, and originates from the evolution of a family tradition deeply rooted in the local territory where the vineyards and olive trees fi nd their ideal natural conditions.The company’s aim is passionately devoted to the growing of local varieties – most precisely Nero d’Avola and the Moscato di Noto. Since 1997, all of the company’s produce is made to a system of controlled and certifi ed organic agriculture. Domination of this area has been numerous: variously by Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Aragonese and Bourbons. All of whom, in the course of centuries, have fought over this fertile soil exposed to the sun with a mild winter climate and set in a propitious geographical position at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa in the centre of the Mediterranean. The trademark Baglio dei Fenicotteri is created from the stylization of the body of two fl amingos (“fenicotteri” in Italian).

1. Respensa 2007, DOC Eloro Pachino Riserva 100% Nero d’Avola - 8 months in French oak - organic production - 15% alc.

€ 12.00

2. Cala’mpisi 2008, DOC Eloro Pachino 100% Nero d’Avola - 2 months in French oak - organic production - 14% alc.

€ 8.00

3. Floreo 2010, IGP 93% Insolia, 7% Moscato di Noto - organic production - 13.5% alc.

€ 6.00

4. Prim’Amore 2008, DOC Noto 100% Moscato di Noto - organic production - 17.5% alc.

€ 20.00

Vineyard area: 20 hectaresAnnual Production: 100,000 bottles

Region: Bufalefi -Sichilli, NotoVarieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Moscato di Noto

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Vineyard area: 25 hectaresAnnual production: 80,000 bottles Region: Provincia of Trapani

Grapes: Grillo, Catarratto, Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet

Donnadicoppe Donnadicoppe SrlVia Nunzio Nasi, 10991024 Gibellina (TP)Sicily

T/F: +39 0924 69286 Uffi cio Aziendacell.Giunta 327-0429181cell. Ienna 338-1953938E: [email protected] [email protected]: www.donnadicoppe.itContact: Cinzia Giunta, Gera Ienna


Donnadicoppe is a company with a strong link to traditional agricultural methods and a keen passion to show the world the new face of Sicilian wines. Our philosophy allows us to guarantee our customers the same high quality in fi ne wine production year after year. This is our strength and we are proud to offer wines that are the result of all our passion, devotion and respect for our land.

1. Nativo Catarratto-Grillo 2011, IGP Sicilia60% Catarratto, 40% Grillo - 13% alc.

€ 4.00

2. Nativo Nero d’Avola 2010, IGP Sicilia100% Nero d’Avola - 13.5% alc.

€ 4.50

3. Picciotto Nero d’Avola 2011, IGP Sicilia100% Nero d’Avola - 12.5% alc.

€ 3.80

4. Ilare Nero d’Avola 2011, IGP Sicilia100% Nero d’Avola - 13% alc.

€ 2.00

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Feudo DisisaFeudo DisisaVia Roma, 392 90139 PalermoSicily

T: +39 091 588557 F: +39 091 6127109E: [email protected]: www.vinidisisa.itContact: Mario Di Lorenzo


The Agricultural Estate Disisa is situated in the territory of Monreale (a province of Palermo), at about 400-500m. asl.The business centre, the dominant part of the estate, is near an old Saracen tower, restored by the Di Lorenzo family. From this tower the Saracens controlled, as it is still possible to see today, the whole territory of the Jato and the Belice which extends from the mountains of the province of Corleone to the Gulf of Castellammare.The Estate extends for 400 hectares, of which 180 ha. are vineyards situated in the area of Alcamo DOC and Monreale DOC. Since 1970, the Di Lorenzo family, with the cooperation of the Istituto Regionale della Vite e del Vino, have carried out a large-scale experimentation to test the adaptability of the most important national and international grape varieties to the Sicilian soil and climate.

1. Grillo 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Grillo - 13% alc.

€ 5.00

2. Nero d’Avola 2010, IGP Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 20% in French oak barriques for 10 months – 13.5% alc.

€ 5.00

3. Vuaria 2008, DOC Monreale Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - aged in French oak barriques for 14 months - ?% alc.

€ 10.00

4. Tornamira 2008, IGT Sicilia 50% Syrah, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot - aged in French oak barriques for 14 months - 14% alc.

€ 11.00

Vineyard area: 180 hectaresAnnual production: 120,000 bottles Region: Grisi’ - Monreale

Grapes: Grillo, Insolia, Chardonnay, Fiano, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Nero d’Avola, Merlot

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Vineyard area: 30 hectaresAnnual production: 70,000 bottles

Region: Eloro DOC (Noto Area)Grapes: Nero d’Avola, Inzolia, Syrah, Merlot

CurtoCurto Via G.Galilei 4 97014 Ispica (RG)Sicily

T/F: + 39 0932 950161E: [email protected]: www.curto.itSkype: francescacurtoContact: Francesca Curto


The Curtos boast a very ancient French origin, dating back to 1030, when their ancestor, Pietro, was granted by Emperor Corrado the “Salico” the County of Omazzo and some of the nearby lands. Towards the end of the 16th century the family moved to Spaccaforno where ancient documents prove their status of landowners. The Curtos are viticulturists since 1670 and they still own 200 hectares of which 30 ha. are planted with vineyards. Towards the end of the 20th century, the estate began to focus on wine making seriously. They turned the 50 year old “alberello “vineyard into a key plantation, planted new vineyards and created a new vinifi cation cellar equipped with the most modern wine-making technologies.The cellar is located in the beautiful setting of Villa Sulla (18th century) near Ispica, in a spectacular position among vineyards, citrus groves, olive groves, carob groves and enclosed by the characteristic dry walls of the Modica area and by numerous necropoli. The soil of the estate has a very calcareous nature and it is all part of the Eloro D.O.C. area, near Pachino, not far from Avola, the original town of the “Nero d’Avola” grape variety. This is the most luminous and the hottest area of Italy which also enjoys the benefi t of the Mediterranean sea breeze. The excellent quality of the grapes obtained thanks to the above described climatic conditions turn eventually into very elegant and high class wines.

1. Curto Eloro Doc 2009, Eloro DOC 100% Nero d’Avola - 13.5% alc.

€ 4.50

2. Curto Ikano 2008, Sicilia IGT 55% Nero d’Avola, 40% Merlot, 5% Syrah - 6 months in used French oak barriques - 14% alc.

€ 7.50

3. Curto Fontanelle 2008, Eloro DOC 100% Nero d’Avola - 8 months in used French oak barriques - 14% alc.

€ 10.00

4. Curto Krio 2010, Sicilia IGT 100% Syrah - 6 months in used French oak barriques - 14% alc.

€ 10.00

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C.S.Viticultori AssociatiC.S.Viticultori AssociatiContrada Aquilata Sn 92024 Canicattì (AG)Sicily

T: +39 0922 829371E: [email protected]: www.viticultoriassociati.itContact: Salvatore Messina

Vinum Limited Twickenham House159 Heath Road Twickenham, MiddlesexTW1 4BH

T: 020 8891 6010F: 020 8607 0464E: [email protected]: www.vinum.co.ukContact: Renato Cristini

Viticultori Associati di Canicattì is a cooperative founded in 1969 and has 480 members with about 1000 hectares of vines many growing in the Valley of the Temples.The hills which are between 200 - 600 metres above sea level have an excellent climate condition for vines where we select the ideal vineyards for each varietal.For many years the winery has been managed by the President, Giovanni Greco, together with a team of experienced managers whose task is to grow grapes and produce wine of a consistently high standard every year for consumers.

1. Aquilae Grillo 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Grillo – 12.5% alc.

RRP £9.99

2. Nero d’Avola La Ferla 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 13% alc.

RRP £7.99

3. Aquilae Nero d’Avola 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 25% aged in French oak for 10 weeks - 14% alc.

RRP £9.99

4. Centuno Nero d’Avola 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - aged in French oak for 8 months -14% alc.

RRP £11.39

Vineyard area: 1000 hectares approx.Annual production: 860,000 bottles Region: Sicilia Centro meridionale

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Nerello Cappuccio, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Nerello Mascalese, Grillo, Inzolia, Catarratto

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Vineyard area: 55 hectaresAnnual production: 500,000 bottles Region: Partinico

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Muller Thurgau, Chardonnay, Catarratto, Merlot, Insolia, Grecanico, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot

Azienda Agricola CostantinoAzienda Agricola Costantino L. E Figli S.S.Contrada Raccuglia Snc90047 Partinico (PA)Sicily

T/F: +39 0918 781768 / 3481027946E: [email protected]: www.aziendagricolacostantino.itSkype: costantino.winesContact: Davide Greco


Our vineyards are in western Sicily, 10/15 km from the sea at 300/400 metres above sea level and receive all the benefi ts of the sea breeze. They are planted to facilitate solar radiation and allow a perfect layout of buds and fruit. The soils are alkaline, calcareous and loam. These are properties that allow the development of the organoleptic qualities belonging to the grapes. The richness of this area is also historical and cultural and makes us proud to say that this was the scene of wonderful mythological story characters such as: Minos, Zeus’s son and powerful king of Crete and Maze, the brilliant engineer and creator of the mysterious labyrinth of Knossos.

1. Tradizione Siciliana Catarratto 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Catarratto - 13% alc.

€ 4.75

2. Tradizione Siciliana Nero d’Avola 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 14% alc.

€ 4.00

3. Aria Siciliana Chardonnay 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Chardonnay - 13.5% alc.

€ 4.75

4. Chamanit Rosso Nero d’Avola Syrah 2011, IGP Sicilia 50% Nero d’Avola, 50% Syrah - 13% alc.

€ 4.15

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Cantine Colomba Bianca Cantine Colomba Bianca Soc. Coop. AgricolaVia Giovanni Falcone 72 91026 Mazara del Vallo (TP)Sicily

T: 0923 942747F: 0923 759085E: [email protected]: www.cantinecolombabianca.itContact: Leonardo Taschetta

Guy Anderson WinesLeft Bank, 28 St James StreetSouth PethertonSomerset TA13 5BW

T: 01460 240009F: 01460 240010E: [email protected]: www.guyandersonwines.co.ukContact: Mark Elener

Colomba Bianca Winery was founded in 1970 as a co-operative between wine growers from the south-western area of Sicily in the Trapani province. At present, Colomba Bianca is the largest Sicilian coop, with 2118 growers cultivating around 8,100 ha. of vineyards across the provinces of Trapani, Palermo and Agrigento and with 5 wineries.The vineyards are located in different territories having distinct pedoclimatic conditions, spanning from coastal areas inland, up to an altitude of 700m. asl. Moreover, the company is expanding production derived from organically grown grapes.Our wine growers are assisted and advised all year round in order to obtain grapes that express the utmost potential of each terroir. Every cellar in the group is specialized in the treatment of specifi c varieties which allows for the best expression of the individual quality potential of our grapes and our zones and microclimates.

1. Gazzera Syrah 2010, IGP Sicilia 100% Syrah - 14% alc.

€ 6.00

2. Monte Nobile Nero d’Avola 2010, IGP Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 14% alc.

€ 6.00

3. Monte Nobile Grillo 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Grillo - 13.5% alc.

€ 6.00

4. Gazzera Pinot Grigio 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Pinot Grigio - 13.5% alc.

€ 6.00

Vineyard area: 8000 hectaresAnnual production: 500,000 bottles Region: Sicily (West)

Grapes: Grillo, Catarratto, Grecanico, Inzolia, Chardonnay, Viognier, Zibibbo, Fiano, Sauvignon Blanc, Nero d’Avola, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Frappato, Sangiovese, Perricone

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Vineyard area: 105 hectaresAnnual production: 150,000 bottles Region: Montagne Valledolmo

Varieties planted: Catarratto, Inzolia, Perricone, Nero d’Avola

CastelluccimianoMountain Viticulture

Castelluccimiano – Mountain ViticultureVia Sicilia 1, 90029 ValledolmoSicily

T/F: +39 0921542385E: [email protected]: www.castelluccimiano.itContact: Piero Buffa


Mountain viticulture. Our lands lie at different altitudes between 650 and 1050 metres situated along the slopes of the Madonie mountains and have an autochtonous viticultural heritage, unique for its history and manifest characteristics. Vineyards with an average age of 30-40 years, old alberello plantings combined with the more recent espaliers, are an exclusive and inimitable example of valuing the land. The philosophy of environmental sustainability along with natural and biological cultivation methods and the reintroduction of ancient local traditions contribute to safeguard and enhance viticultural biodiversity at a territorial level along with the achievement of excellent grape quality. Castelluccimiano has the rare ability to combine sustainable agriculture, experience and wine-growing masterfully with the ability to envisage new stories capable of conveying, through the value of mountain viticulture, a true link to the territory to which the company belongs.

1. Miano 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Catarratto - organic production - 13% alc.

€ 5.00

2. Castelluccimiano Brut 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Catarratto - 12.5% alc.

€ 6.00

3. Perric.One 2009, IGT Sicilia 100% Perricone – 10 months in small oak barrels - 13% alc.

€ 6.00

4. Nero Avola 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero Avola - 10 months in small oak barrels - 13% alc.

€ 5.00

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Azienda Antonina CasàAzienda Antonina CasàVia Trento 15 92100 AgrigentoSicily

T: +39 0922 604295 F: +39 3334894428 E: [email protected]: www.aziendavitivinicolacasa.itContact: Mimmo Consiglio


Our estate specialises in the cultivation of the vine and the production of wines, a passion of our ancestors which goes back over 100 years.We are located in Sicily in the Province of Agrigento, one of the areas which is highly suitable for the production of grapes. In 1987, the Casà wine producers chose to follow the organic production route without the use of any synthetic chemical treatements.In 2012, our white Beauceant wine was awarded a Gold Medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.

1. Beauceant 2011, IGT 100% Insolia - 12.5% alc.

€ 5.00

2. Il Principe 2009, IGT 100% Nero d’Avola - oak - 14% alc.

€ 4.00


Region: Agrigento - Porto EmpedocleVarieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Insolia

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Vineyard area: 230 hectaresAnnual production: 2,000,000 bottlesRegion: Campofi orito, Mazara, Monreale

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Petit Verdot, Syrah, Cabernet, Merlot, Sangiovese, Grillo, Catarratto, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc

Calatrasi Mediterranean Domains

Calatrasi Mediterrnean DomainesContrada Piano Piraino90040 San Cipirello (PA)Sicily

T: +39 091 857 6767F: +39 091 816 3059Contact: Renata Gullo, Samantha InzirilloE: renata.gullo@calatrasi, [email protected]: www.calatrasi.it/www.mediterraneandomains.it

The family managed Cantine Calatrasi owns vineyards in Sicily, Puglia and Tunisia. Their three distinctly different properties in North-West Sicily total 230 ha. and have been planted with strict clonal selection for each varietal and site. With several wine ranges, Calatrasi offers a selection of styles, from fresh, easy drinking wines to full-bodied wines with great complexity and character.

1. A Naca Rosso 2008, IGT Sicilia 95% Nero d’Avola, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Syrah - 15 months in French and American oak - 14.5% alc.

RRP £27.99 - Old Butcher’s Wine Cellar

2. Terrale Grillo 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Grillo - 13% alc.

RRP £6.99 - Top Cellar, Henderson Wines, Whisky Trail

3. Terre di Ginestra Nero d’Avola 2010, IGP Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - 10 months in French and American oak - 14% alc.

RRP £6.99 - Top Cellar, Henderson Wines, Whisky Trail

4. Terre Di Ginestra Catarratto 2011, IGP Sicilia 100% Catarratto - 13.5% alc.

RRP £7.99-£8.49 - Old Butcher’s Wine Cellar, Top Cellar, Whisky Trail

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Azienda Vinicola Benanti SRLAzienda Vinicola Benanti SRLVia G. Garibaldi 47595029 Viagrande (CT)Sicily

T: +39 095 7893438/7893533F: +39 095 7893677E: [email protected]: www.vinicolabenanti.itSkype: exportvinicolabenantiContact: Agatino Maurizio Failla

Les Caves de PyrenePew CornerOld Portsmouth RoadArtingtonGuildford GU3 1LP

T: 01483 538820F: 01483 455068E: [email protected]: Douglas Wregg

The history of our wine begins with a long geological event lasting 500,000 – 700,000 years which gave rise to the Etnean region and to the highest volcano in Europe. This volcano has erupted enormous quantities of lava over the centuries.Benanti’s vineyards currently lie in the Comunes of Castiglione di Sicilia, Milo, Trecastagni, Viagrande and Santa Maria di Licodia and is a winery on Etna which offers DOC wine production with remarkable characteristics and a unique touch.We discovered that the autochthonous vineyards of Etna (Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Carricante) produce wines which are very different from each other depending on the pedo-climatic conditions of each area of production. The Etna DOC region has a semicircular shape which stretches from north to south-west in an area ranging between 450 and 1,000m. asl.

1. Rovittello 2007, Etna DOC 80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio - 16 months in French oak - 14% alc.

Trade £19.20 ex. VAT per bottle

2. Serradellacontessa 2006, Etna DOC 80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio - French oak for at least 15 months - 14% alc.


3. Pietramarina 2008, Etna DOC 100% Carricante – 12.5% alc.


4. Rossodiverzella 2009, Etna DOC 80% Nerello Mascalese, 20% Nerello Cappuccio - 8 - 10 months in French oak - 14% alc.


Vineyard area: 24 hectaresAnnual production: 130,000 bottlesRegion: Etna: towards South (Monte Serra-Viagrande),

towards East (Milo), towards North (Rovittello-Verzella)Varieties planted: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Carricante

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Vineyard area: 12 ha. (Marsala), 7 ha. (Pantelleria)Annual production: 100,000 bottles

Region: Marsala/PantelleriaGrapes: Grillo/Zibibbo

Marco De BartoliMarco De Bartoli & C SrlC. da Fornara Samperi 29291025 Marsala (TP)Sicily

T: +39 0923 962093F: +39 0923 962910E: [email protected]: www.marcodebartoli.comContact: Sebastiano De Bartoli

Les Caves de PyrenePew CornerOld Portsmouth RoadArtingtonGuildford GU3 ILP

T: 01483 538820 F: 01483 455068 E: [email protected]: www.lescaves.co.ukContact: Douglas Wregg

Marco De Bartoli is considered one of Sicily’s winemaking pioneers for his long-standing commitment to the native Sicilian white grape varieties, Grillo and Zibibbo. He produces them on two separate estates: the fi rst in Marsala, in Sicily’s south-west corner; the other on the small island of Pantelleria, south-east of Sicily. His belief in the value of traditional methods of production of these grapes and their wines is complemented by his equally strong belief in the future of Sicily as one of Europe’s most vital viticultural areas. Grillo, which historically forms the basis of Marsala’s classic wines, has been grown on the island since Phoenician times. From his Samperi winery, in the Contrada Samperi just west of Marsala, Marco De Bartoli produces several wines from this grape. “Vecchio Samperi” was fi rst made in 1980. Named for the territory that houses De Bartoli’s country estate, it is a prestigious “Vergine” wine made using the traditional Solera method, in which small quantities of young wine are added to wines of older vintages as they pass through a sequence of wooden barrels. The complex, harmonious result celebrates the fruit of many harvests.

1. Vecchio Samperi Ventennale, Sicilia IGT 100% Grillo - aged in soleras of oak botti - 17.5% alc.

Trade £31.10 per bottle ex. VAT

2. Bukkuram Passito di Pantelleria 2007, Sicilia DOC100% Zibibbo - 2 years in barriques - 14.5% alc.

Trade £19.40 per bottle ex. VAT

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Arianna OcchipintiArianna OcchipintiVia Dei Mille 5597019 Vittoria (RG)Sicily

T: +39 339 7385580E: [email protected]: www.agricolaocchipinti.itSkype: arianna.occhipinti Contact: Arianna Occhipinti



The Azienda was created in 2004 at the Contrada Fossa di Lupo in the heart of the Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG area. Our biggest issue was to understand the requirements of our land without disturbing or modifying it during its development whilst seeking to embrace all that it could offer; a unique balance which gives strength and harmony in the Nero d’Avola, freshness and elegance in the Frappato. The Estate, cultivated organically, has 30 hectares of which 18 hectares are vineyard growing the red Nero d’Avola and Frappato and the white Albanello and Moscato di Alessandra (all local Sicilian varieties). The rest of the estate is grows arable crops and olives. Our particular climate, the hot sun, the fresh nights, the red sandy soil and an attentive agriculture are the natural essential elements of our production.


Region: Vittoria (RG)Grapes: Frappato, Nero d’Avola, Albanello, Moscato

1. Sp68 Rosso 2011, IGT Sicilia 40% Nero d’Avola 60 Frappato - organic production - 12.5% alc.


2. Il Frappato 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Frappato - aged in 25hl. Slavonian oak botti for 12 months - 12.5% alc.


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Azienda Agricola COS was founded in 1980 by Giambattista Cilia, Giusto Occhipinti and Cirino Strano. Three friends who wanted to go over what had once been the work of their ancestors. The acronym of their surnames (Cilia-Occhipinti-Strano) gives rise to the name of the company, still a partnership. The company follows the principles of biodynamic viticulture to the vineyard to help fi nd and keep balance in harmony with nature and the wine to express the character of its soils.

1. Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG 200960% Nero d’Avola, 40% Frappato – Slavonian oak – biodynamic production – 13% alc.


2. Ramì 2001, IGT Sicilia50% Insolia, 50% Grecanico – biodynamic production – 11.5% alc.


Vineyard area: 25 hectaresAnnual production: 160,000 bottles Region: Vittoria (RG)

Grapes: Frappato, Nero d’Avola, Inzolia, Grecanico, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

CosAzienda Agricola CosS.P. 3 Acate Chiaramonte, Km. 14,50097019 Vittoria (RG)Sicily

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1. Benede’ 2011, IGT Sicilia 100% Catarratto – organic production - 13% alc.

RRP £13.95

2. Kaid Sauvignon Blanc 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Sauvignon Blanc - 70% acacia & 30% oak for 6 months approx. - organic production - 13% alc.

RRP £14.95

3. Donnatà 2010, IGT Sicilia 100% Nero d’Avola - organic production - 14% alc.

RRP £13.95

4. Kaid Syrah 2009, IGT Sicilia 100% Syrah - 50% in 30 hl. chestnut ‘botti’ & 50% in French and American oak for 12 months - organic production - 14% alc.

RRP £20.95

Alessandro di CamporealeAlessandro di CamporealeContrada MandranovaCamporeale (PA)Sicily

T: +39 0924 37038 F: +39 0924 1862496E: [email protected]: www.alessandrodicamporeale.comSkype: alessandro.di.camporealeContact: Benedetto Alessandro

Bianca Trading Company & seeking regional GB importersGrange BuildingGrange FarmMollingtonChester CH1 6NP

T: 01244 851522F: 01244 851533E: [email protected]: www.biancatrading.comContact: Juliusz Lisowski

The wine-company Alessandro di Camporeale was founded in the small rural community of Camporeale in the Alto Belice in the province of Palermo on hill-slopes which overlook the plains of Mandranova.From these hills at 400m. asl. bathed in sunlight 35 ha. of vineyards spread out planted with both native and international varieties.The keystone of the Alessandro di Camporeale company can be found in its precise and meticulous care of the vines. Indeed, all these activities are performed manually in accordance with the rhythms of wine-production, and aim at cultivating high-quality grapes from which to make high-quality wines.

Vineyard area: 35 hectaresAnnual production: 160,000 bottlesRegion: Alto Belice Corleonese

Varieties planted: Syrah, Catarratto, Nero d’Avola, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Grillo, Inzolia, Fiano, Merlot, Chardonnay

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Vineyard area: 16 hectaresAnnual production: 85,000 bottles Region: Eloro - Noto DOP

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Moscato, Inzolia, Grecanico, Chardonnay

RiofavaraRiofavaraC. da Favara 97014 IspicaSicily

T: +39 0932 705130 F: +39 0932 959839E: [email protected]: www.riofavara.itContact: Massimo / Antonella Padova

Thorman Hunt & Co. Ltd4 Pratt Walk London SE11 6AR

T: 0207 735 6511F: 0207 735 9799E: [email protected]: www.thormanhunt.co.ukContact: Alastair Llewellyn-Smith

The Padova family has tended vines here for almost a century but only in 1993 did they begin bottling their own wine. Shortly after Massimo Padova took over the estate from his father and now runs it along with his sister Marianta, their cousin Antonella, and Massimo’s wife, Margherita. This energetic young team has worked tirelessly over the last dozen years to build a new winery and hone production techniques, resulting in an impeccable expression of the land.Riofavara is located in the Noto Valley, just a few minutes down the road from the town that gave Nero d’Avola its name, and was the fi rst producer to dignify this grape with the use of its own indigenous yeasts. The philosophy at Riofavara revolves around two central concepts: Sicilian typicity and the environment. The family has established their own stringent standards that demand quality in the fi nished wine as well as environmentally friendly practices during production.

1. Sciavè Eloro Dop 2009, Sicilia Eloro 100% Nero d’Avola - aged in barriques and tonneaux 2/3rd new, 1/3rd 2nd fi ll - 14.5% alc.

€ 13.40

2. Marzaiolo 2011, Sicilia IGP 45% Inzolia, 50% Grecanico, 5% Chardonnay - aged ‘sur lie’ in new tonneaux for 60 days - 13% alc.

€ 5.80

3. Spaccaforno 2010, Sicilia Eloro 95% Nero d’Avola, 5% other autocthonous - aged 2/3rd 2nd fi ll and 1/3rd 3rd fi ll for 6 - 8 months - 14.5% alc.

€ 7.55

4. Notissimo Moscato di Noto Dolce Naturale 2011, Sicilia 100% Moscato bianco - 12% alc.

€ 8.70

1. Il Moro - Nero d’Avola 2009, IGT Sicilia Rosso 100% Nero d’Avola - 13.5% alc.

€ 7.31

2. Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico 2009, DOCG Cerasuolo di Vittoria 70% Nero d’Avola, 30% Frappato - Nero d’Avola matured in 500-600 lt. tonneaux for 12 months - 13.5% alc.

€ 7.31

3. Il Frappato 2011, DOC Vittoria Frappato 100% Frappato - 13% alc.

€ 5.80

4. Zagra 2011, IGT Sicilia Bianco 100% Grillo - 13.5% alc.

€ 5.60

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Valle dellʼAcateValle dell’AcateContrada Bidini S.N.97011 Acate (RG)Sicily

T:+39 0932 874166/+39 (0) 339 4063138F:+39 0932 875114 /+39 (0) 932 1865149E: [email protected]: www.valledellacate.itSkype: valle.dellacateContact: Gaetana Jacono

Thorman Hunt & Co. Ltd4 Pratt Walk London SE11 6AR

T: 0207 735 6511F: 0207 735 9799 E: [email protected]: www.thormanhunt.co.uk Contact: Alastair Llewellyn-Smith

Valle dell’Acate is one of the most enterprising wine producers in Sicily, committed to continuing and enhancing the centuries-old tradition of viticulture and wine-making in the renowned triangle of land formed by Acate, Comiso and Vittoria in the province of Ragusa. The winery was founded by Giuseppe Jacono, whose family has been farming, growing vines and producing wine since the days when Vittoria was the main centre for exporting wine to France at the end of the 19th century. Valle dell’Acate grows mainly autochthonous vines with special attention to Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Sicily’s fi rst and only DOCG, and to Frappato Vittoria DOC. The estate covers an area of about 100 hectares. The golden yellow terrain has a particular calcareous sandstone substrate interbedded with pockets of clay. At night, the soil doesn’t retain the heat that is absorbed during the hottest days of the year which, combined with the latitude of Acate, explains the great difference in temperature between day and night. These temperature ranges and the nature of the soil give the wines a unique quality and elegant, fresh notes that embrace its rich fl oral aromas.

Vineyard Area: 100 hectaresAnnual production: 450,000 bottles Region: Acate (Ragusa)

Varieties planted: Nero d’Avola, Frappato, Syrah, Insolia, Grillo, Chardonnay

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Vineyard area: 26 hectaresAnnual production: 90,000 bottles Region: Island of Pantelleria & Trapani

Varieties planted: Zibibbo, Syrah, Grenache, Carignano, Nerello Mascalese, Cabernet Franc

AbraxasAbraxas Vigne di Pantelleria S.R.L.Via Enrico Albanese, 2909139 PalermoSicily

T: +39 091 6116832F: +39 091 6121798E: [email protected]: www.abraxasvini.comContact: Domenico d’Ascoli


Abraxas is a small company born from a double passion: Pantelleria island and wine. The Abraxas’s founders and manager has reached the wine’s fascination stimulated by an ardent history and cultural curiosity. The Moscatella vine of Alessandria journeyed from the east until it reached Pantelleria. Zibibbo would appear to be an Arab name. Like so many others who have fallen in love with the island, the owners of Abraxas have tried to make Passito wines, with the words of Esiodo in mind, “When Orion and Syrius reach the middle of the sky and pink-fi ngered Aurora looks on Arthur, then O Perse, pick all the grapes and carry them home; keep them in the sun for ten days and nights, then in the shade for fi ve days, then on the sixth day put the gifts of Dionysius into your jars and they will give you joy.” (Esiodo: The Works and The Days)

1. Abraxas Passito di Pantelleria 2008 DOCMoscatello d’Alessandria – 14.5% alc.

€ 20.00

2. Kuddia del Gallo 2011 IGT65% Zibibbo, 35% Viognier – 12.5% alc.

€ 6.50

3. Kuddia de Ze’ 2008, IGT33.3% Syrah, 33.3% Grenache, 33.4% Carignano – 14% alc.

€ 11.00

4. Sidereus 2009, IGT70% Cabernet Franc, 30% Nero d’Avola – 12.5% alc.

€ 6.80

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Cantine RalloCantine RalloVia Florio, 291025 Marsala (TP)Sicily

T: +39 0923 721633 F: +39 0923 721635E: [email protected] W: www.cantinerallo.itContact: Irene Rallo

Armit Wines5 Royalty Studios105 Lancaster RoadLondon W11 1QF

T: 020 7908 0626F: 020 7908 0661E: [email protected]: www.armitwines.co.ukContact: Rhian Rosser

Since 1860, Rallo is synonymous with quality, reliability and authenticity. Producing elegant and fragrant table wines, austere fortifi ed Marsala wines and sweet and aromatic Passiti, Rallo has proved an innovative and authentic player throughout its long history, for more than 150 years. One of the oldest and most famous brands of Italian winemaking, Rallo succeeded in staying young and fresh through unwavering commitment to its values and continuous research.Today Rallo stands for the best expressions of western Sicilian winemaking, producing the typical varieties of the province of Trapani, the most eclectic, suitable and planted terroir of Italy. We strive to combine a passion for good food and wine with our responsibilities towards both the environment and everyone involved in the daily life of the winery, marrying the mystic seduction of the dancing Bacchus with the rationality and balanced of conscious and ethical choices. This is the challenge that the estate puts out to the world of wine and that it wishes to share with its loyal customers.

1. Beleda 2011, DOP Alcamo60% Catarratto, 20% Viognier, 20% Sauvignon Blanc – organic production - 13% alc.

RRP £119.94/case 6

2. Bianco Maggiore 2011, IGP Sicilia100% Grillo – 12.5% alc.

RRP £83.94/case 6

3. Il Principe 2011, IGP Sicilia100% Nero d’Avola – 5 months in French oak – organic production - 13% alc.

RRP £71.94 case/6

4. Passito di Pantelleria 2008, Pantelleria DOP100% Moscato di Alessandria - 14% alc.

RRP £167.94/case 6

Vineyard area: 62 hectaresAnnual production: 321,000 bottles Region: C3B

Grape varieties grown: Catarratto, Nero d’Avola, Grillo, Inzolia, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zibibbo, Muller Thurgau, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay

Istituto Regionale dei Vini e Olii di SiciliaVia Libertà 66

90143 Palermo SiciliaItaly

T: +39 091 627 8111F: +39 091 347870

E: [email protected] W: www.vitevino.it

in collaboration with:

Mobile: +39 349 8451452T: +39 055 977 2227

E: [email protected]: www.micheleshah.com

and

Hunt & Coady LtdT: +44 1451 831682

E: [email protected]

T: +44 07939 372031E: [email protected]: www.huntandcoady.com

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