COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Grillo 100%
PRODUCER
Poggio Anima
REGION
Sicily
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Poggio Anima 'Uriel' Grillo is a 2017 vintage white wine from Sicily, Italy, classified as Terre Siciliane IGP. Produced by Poggio Anima, a joint venture focused on single-vineyard wines, this 100% Grillo hails from a vineyard in Western Sicily, between Salemi and Vita, at an elevation of around 1,600 feet. The 2017 vintage was notably challenging due to extreme heat and early frosts, making this wine a testament to the resilience of the Grillo grape grown in this specific terroir. The Poggio Anima brand employs a thematic naming convention, with 'Uriel' representing a celestial archangel, aligning with their concept of contrasting forces.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine is named 'Uriel,' an archangel whose name means 'God of Light'.
Fact 02
Poggio Anima's brand concept uses a 'Yin Yang' ideology, naming white wines after archangels and reds after fallen angels.
Fact 03
The 2017 vintage was one of the hottest on record for Sicily.
Fact 04
The vineyard is situated about 25 miles inland from Marsala.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Poggio Anima 'Uriel' Grillo begins with de-stemming the grapes, followed by a few hours of skin maceration before a gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks under controlled temperatures to maintain freshness. The wine then undergoes six months of aging on its lees in stainless steel, a technique that enhances texture and complexity. This approach focuses on preserving the varietal character of Grillo and the unique terroir of the vineyard.
