COLOUR
Orange
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Carricante
PRODUCER
Iconic Wines
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Buccia 2023 is an orange wine from Sicily, Italy, made from 100% Carricante grapes. The name 'Buccia' translates to 'skin' in Italian, referencing the winemaking technique where grape skins ferment with the must. Iconic Wines, the producer, was established in 2015 with a mission to provide quality wines at accessible prices, working with producers worldwide and adhering to organic certification. The grapes are cultivated in Sicily, an island known for its varied terroirs, including volcanic soils, which influence the wine's profile. This wine is recognized for its distinct orange hue and complex character derived from the skin contact process.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Buccia means 'skin' in Italian, highlighting its production method.
Fact 02
Orange wine is made with grape skins, similar to red wine production.
Fact 03
Iconic Wines is organically certified.
Fact 04
The wine is noted for its value in its price category.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Buccia 2023 is produced using a skin-contact fermentation method, where the Carricante grape skins are fermented with the must. This technique, similar to red wine vinification, imparts the wine's distinctive orange color and contributes to its complexity and tannic structure. The grapes are sourced from Sicily. Iconic Wines, the producer, is organically certified and focuses on creating quality wines.
