Inzolia is an Italian grape variety mainly associated with Sicily, though small amounts are also found in Tuscany (Ansonica Bianca). The grape was best known for its use in Marsala wine, but it is now often blended with the local Catarratto, and it can also produce good quality varietals.
The wines produced from Inzolia are straw-colored, floral, and usually have a distinct nutty character. The aroma is typically reminiscent of mimosa, apricots, peaches, and citrus fruit. The wines are soft and round, with low to medium acidity and a subtle mineral finish.
Mostly cultivated in Campania, Fiano is an old Italian variety that has seen a significant revival since the 1980s. This low-yielding, early-ripening grape is praised for its ability to produce crisp and aromatic wines with a lot of character and herbaceous and fruity notes.
These wines are typically medium-bodied and intensely flavored. Young Fiano wines often display aromatic honey notes, and as they age, they tend to develop smoky and spicy notes dominated by hazelnut. The aromas are perfectly balanced with bright acidity.
VARIATIONS OF Fiano
Belonging to Etna DOC, this white Italian wine is predominantly produced with Carricante grape variety, which is grown on the volcanic soils of Mount Etna. Lively and acidic Etna wine is typically straw yellow, with characteristic floral, citrus, and mineral notes.
Though it is rarely aged, oak maturation can help develop a full-bodied, creamier flavor. It can match a variety of dishes, but it works especially well with seafood, particularly in combination with pasta. Pair it with classic Sicilian pasta chî sàrdi or sarde a beccafico.
Grillo is a white grape variety from Sicily best known for its use in Marsala. It is used in several other regional appellations, both in blends and varietals. Grillo is a versatile grape that usually attains high alcohol content. If not treated properly, it will result in bland wines, but with a careful approach, Grillo can produce full-bodied wines with a floral and subtly herbal character.
The aroma is reminiscent of ripe yellow fruit, melons, citruses, and orange blossom. On the palate, these wines are soft and round, with citrus and floral notes. The acidity is well-balanced, and most examples have a distinctive mineral finish. Because of their versatility, these wines can pair well with various dishes.
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