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COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Grecanico
PRODUCER
Cantina Marilina
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Sedelie Marilina is a white wine from Cantina Marilina, produced in the Terre Siciliane IGT region of Sicily. The primary grape is Grecanico, often identified as Grecanico Dorato, indigenous to the island. The estate, established in 2001 in southeastern Sicily, is managed by the PaternĂ² sisters, who uphold a philosophy of organic farming and minimal intervention winemaking. Their approach emphasizes the unique character of the calcareous soils and the expression of indigenous grape varieties.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€24
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grecanico Dorato is the Sicilian name for Garganega, the grape behind Soave.
Fact 02
The estate was founded by Angelo PaternĂ², who previously worked in large commercial wineries.
Fact 03
The daughters, Marilina and Federica, now lead the estate, continuing their father's legacy.
Fact 04
Minimal intervention is a core tenet, with a focus on native yeasts.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Sedelie Marilina involves careful harvesting of Grecanico grapes. The grapes may undergo a period of skin maceration before fermentation, which takes place in concrete tanks using native yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in concrete tanks for several months to develop its character. The estate employs organic farming practices and a philosophy of minimal intervention throughout the winemaking process, with wines often being unfined and unfiltered.