Grillo Sicilia DOC - Stemmari

Grillo Sicilia DOC - StemmariThe Grillo from Stemmari in the Italian wine-growing region of DOC Sicilia is a pure, balanced and harmonious white wine. In the glass, this wine shines in a clear straw yellow with golden highlights. The nose is taken in by an intense bouquet of tropical fruits - papaya and mango in particular come to the fore and are perfectly complemented by floral notes of jasmine and white flowers. On the palate, the fruity and floral aromas are complemented by hints of grapefruit, honey and almond. On the palate, this Italian white wine impresses with its wonderful harmony of aromatic richness, pleasant acidity and crisp texture. Vinification of the Stemmari Grillo The Grillo grapes grow in Acate, in the province of Ragusa, on predominantly sandy soils. The grapes are harvested in the second week of September. Once the grapes have arrived in the Stemmari wine cellar, they are destemmed and gently pressed. The must is then fermented in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 18 degrees Celsius for 10 days. This white wine then matures for 5 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks. Dining recommendation for the Stemmari Sicilia Grillo This dry white wine from Italy is an excellent accompaniment to seafood, pasta with vegetables or veal carpaccio with celery and strawberries. Awards for the Grillo from Stemmari Wine Enthusiast - 88 points for 2019 IWSC - Bronze for 2019