DIAMANTI Grillo Sicilia DOC 2023

"Diamanti" Grillo Sicilia DOC 2023 / Principi di Butera / Sicily

White wine from Italy

Nestled in one of Sicily’s most remote and historically rich regions lies the Principi di Butera estate—surrounded by a landscape of exceptional beauty, shaped by mineral-rich soils and lush Mediterranean vegetation. The vineyards unfold around a historic baglio, once the residence of the Princes of Butera, situated just moments from the southern coastline, between the Valley of the Temples and Piazza Armerina. This unique setting, with its biodiversity, maritime influences and distinctive microclimate, offers ideal conditions for sustainable viticulture and serves as a sanctuary for indigenous grape varieties.

It is from this remarkable terroir that the “Diamanti” Grillo Sicilia DOC 2023 emerges—a white wine of notable elegance and aromatic depth. Grillo, a native Sicilian grape believed to be a natural cross between Catarratto and another local variety, has long proven its resilience in the island’s warm, dry climate. Once primarily used in the production of Marsala, it has in recent decades experienced a renaissance as the foundation for fresh, characterful wines. The golden-hued grapes are harvested at peak ripeness, gently pressed, and fermented at controlled temperatures in stainless steel tanks. A prolonged period of ageing on the fine lees, followed by refinement in bottle, lends the wine additional complexity and structure.

In the glass, “Diamanti” reveals a luminous straw yellow with delicate greenish highlights. The bouquet is vibrant and layered, offering bright citrus and ripe pineapple aromas, subtly lifted by a touch of menthol that imparts a cool, almost ethereal nuance. On the palate, the wine unfolds with harmonious precision - marked by a saline minerality, lively acidity and a supple texture that speaks to its volcanic origins and meticulous vinification.

Served at 10 to 12 degrees Celsius, this Grillo expresses its full aromatic spectrum and proves an ideal companion to light, summery fare. Whether paired with grilled prawns, calamari, delicately baked fish, Mediterranean vegetables or seafood pasta, “Diamanti” enhances the subtleties of each dish while bringing a refreshing taste of Sicily to the table. It also complements citrus-dressed salads, mild goat’s cheese or a white pizza with ricotta and lemon zest, adding a refined accent to every bite. A wine that delights not only through its sensory finesse, but also through its ability to elevate convivial moments with effortless style.

General properties

• Vintage: 2023
• Ageing: Dry
• Country: Italy
• Region: Sicily
• Volume: 0.75 litres

Detailed properties

• Producer and bottler: Principi di Butera - Contrada Deliella - 93011 Butera (CL) - Italia - +39 0934 347726
• Quality Designation: Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC)
• Grape variety: 100% Grillo.
  
• Origin: Sicilia DOC. From the municipality of Butera south of the city of Caltanissetta in the south of the island of Sicily on soils that are predominantly of volcanic origin.
  
• Winemaking and aging: After a gentle pressing of the grapes harvested at perfect ripeness, the must ferments in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature (16-18°C) and is kept on the lees for a period of 4 to 6 months, followed by a refinement of a few months in the bottle.
• Scent: It displays remarkable freshness and reveals pronounced aromas of citrus fruits and pineapple. A subtle hint of menthol complements the bouquet, lending the wine a cool, almost ethereal quality.
• Taste: On the palate, the wine reveals a complex and well-balanced character, marked by a distinctly perceptible saline note and pronounced minerality that reflect the volcanic origin of the soil. Its lively, well-integrated acidity lends structure and enhances drinkability. At the centre of the palate, a pleasing suppleness emerges, attributable to the period of ageing on the fine lees.
• Colour: Bright and luminous straw yellow with slight greenish reflections.
  
• Alcohol content: 12.5 % Vol.
• Closure type: Pressed cork.
• How to serve: The Diamanti Grillo Sicilia DOC 2023 pairs exceptionally well with a wide range of Mediterranean dishes. It complements seafood particularly effectively, enhancing the delicate flavours of scallops, prawns or grilled squid with its distinctive saline minerality. The wine also reveals its full sensory potential alongside lighter fish preparations such as sea bass or gilt-head bream. Vegetarian options, including grilled vegetables, fennel and orange salad or asparagus risotto, benefit from its freshness and structural clarity. In addition, it makes an excellent match for pasta with lemon pesto or spaghetti alle vongole. Even mild goat’s cheese or a white pizza with ricotta and lemon are elegantly lifted by the wine’s subtle menthol note.
• Recommended serving temperature: Between 10 and 12°C
• Allergens: Contains sulfites.
• Warning: Consumption of alcoholic beverages during pregnancy, even in small quantities, can have serious consequences for the child's health.
• EAN (bottle): 8002235027113
• Scope of supply: 1 bottle of wine 0.75 litres.

Grape variety

GRILLO

The Grillo grape, an indigenous white variety, originates from the picturesque island of Sicily, particularly from the Trapani region in the island’s west. It is believed to have emerged as a natural cross between the white Catarratto grape and another local variety, likely in the late 19th or early 20th century. From the start, the Grillo vine thrived especially well under the hot, dry conditions of western Sicily. Its remarkable adaptability to this climate quickly made it a favourite among local winemakers, who prized it for producing quality wines. Initially, Grillo was used primarily in the production of Sicily’s famous fortified Marsala wine. However, in recent decades, there has been a rising interest in single-varietal Grillo wines, leading winemakers to use this grape to craft exceptional stand-alone wines. Grillo vine leaves are medium-sized with a slightly oval shape. Their dark green colour gives them a glossy texture, and they are typically five-lobed with sharply serrated edges. The grapes are large and cone-shaped, hanging in loosely clustered bunches on the vine and displaying a graceful golden-yellow hue with a compact structure. The berries are medium-sized, round to slightly oval, with thin skins and juicy flesh that ripens from a greenish tint to a rich golden-yellow or amber. The Grillo vine exhibits medium to high vigour, with a tendency to branch well. It flourishes in a variety of soil and climate conditions but performs best in warm, dry climates. The vines are highly resistant to drought and heat, making them ideal for cultivation in Mediterranean regions like Sicily. Grillo grapes have a medium ripening period and are typically harvested from late August to mid-September, depending on local weather conditions and the desired ripeness level for winemaking. Grillo wines are often distinguished by their refreshing acidity, which imparts liveliness and balance. They are generally enjoyed young and pair well with seafood, fish dishes, seafood pasta, and other light Mediterranean fare. Today, Grillo is experiencing a renaissance, appreciated both in single-varietal wines and in blends with other Sicilian grape varieties.

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