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WhiteSiciliaDOC

Caeles Grillo Sicilia DOC

by Firriato · Sicily, Italy

AppellationSiciliaDOC
TypeWhite
GrapesGrillo
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at10–12 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
FirriatoSicily, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The organically grown fruit comes from the Borgo Guarini estate in the commune of Trapani. The vineyards occupy southwest-facing hills at 350 m above sea level, on clay and loam soils.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested by hand from late August to early September. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 16–18 °C.

Ageing

The wine rests on its lees in stainless-steel vats for three months, with daily stirring, followed by two months in bottle.

Label / history

Caeles is a range of certified organic and vegan wines. Firriato was founded in 1985 by Salvatore Di Gaetano in Erice, near Trapani.