COLOUR
Other
TYPE
Fortified
VINTAGE
2013
GRAPE
Grillo, Inzolia, Catarratto
PRODUCER
Florio
REGION
Sicilia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Medium-dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Florio Marsala Superiore Riserva Semisecco 2013 is a fortified wine from the Marsala DOC in Sicily, Italy. It is crafted from a blend of Grillo, Inzolia, and Catarratto grapes. The Florio winery, established in 1833, is deeply rooted in the region's winemaking history. The vineyards are situated in the coastal Trapani area, benefiting from a Mediterranean climate and red, sandy soils. This wine is a product of the unique terroir of western Sicily and the historic Florio cellars.
ALCOHOL
19.0%
AVG. PRICE
€38
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Florio's historic cellars are built from volcanic tuff stone, near the sea, influencing the wine's character with humidity and salinity.
Fact 02
This Marsala undergoes significant aging, with some sources indicating up to 20 years in barrique barrels.
Fact 03
The grapes are hand-harvested from the coastal area of Trapani, Sicily.
Fact 04
Marsala wines, especially Riserva vintages, are known for their remarkable longevity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Florio Marsala Superiore Riserva Semisecco 2013 is produced through the fortification of a base wine made from Grillo, Inzolia, and Catarratto grapes. The fortification process halts fermentation and increases the alcohol content. Following fortification, the wine undergoes an extended aging period, with specific details suggesting up to 20 years in barrique barrels. This maturation process allows for oxidative development, contributing to the wine's complex character and longevity.
