Bianchi
Marsala Fine I.P. Ambra Semisecco
| Denomination | DOC Marsala Fine Liquoroso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 17.0% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Ansonica/Inzolia, Catarratto Bianco Comune, Grillo |
| Aging | 1 year in oak barrels. |
- Type and style: Sicilian fortified wine DOC Marsala Fine I.P. Ambra Semisecco
- Alcohol content and format: 17% vol in a 0.75 l bottle, suitable as the conclusion to a meal
- Oak ageing: Matured for 1 year in oak casks for sweet and complex aromas
- Production method: Fortified with wine alcohol for a smooth and persistent structure
- Pairings and use: Recommended with mature cheeses, baked desserts or as a base for cocktails
Description
What kind of wine it is
Cantine Mirabella Marsala Fine I.P. Ambra Semisecco is an amber fortified wine that precisely expresses the character of Marsala. Its aromatic profile is sweet and complex, revealing an intense, semi-dry flavour with a soft and persistent structure. Its natural versatility makes it an ideal choice to end a meal, harmoniously accompanying a selection of mature cheeses or enriching elaborate patisserie creations.
Where it comes from
This Marsala originates in western Sicily, within the historic local wine-producing area. The deep connection with the environment is demonstrated by the use of grapes grown using the alberello marsalese method, an ancient system that ensures highly concentrated fruit. Cantine Mirabella has valued this oenological heritage since 1927, creating a wine that clearly reflects the island's identity through an unmistakable amber style, strongly linked to the specific characteristics of the Sicilian territory.
How it is produced
The production process begins with a base wine, to which alcohol is added according to the precise fortification technique. The wine then undergoes a one-year maturation in oak barrels. This prolonged rest in wood decisively shapes the aromatic structure and sets the warm colour nuances. The final result is a semi-dry sip with an intense profile, highly appreciated both enjoyed neat and as a key element in the creation of original cocktails.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1927, Cantine Mirabella expresses authentic Sicilian tradition through this Marsala Fine I.P. Ambra Semisecco. Produced in western Sicily from bush-trained vines, this 17-degree fortified wine is the result of expert fortification. Careful maturation in oak casks for one year gives it a sweet, intense and extraordinarily complex aromatic profile. A label of exceptional versatility, ideal for accompanying mature cheeses at the end of a meal, enhancing elegant pastry creations or adding a refined touch to original cocktails.
Tasting notes
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
| Name | Cantine Mirabella Marsala Fine I.P. Ambra Semisecco |
|---|---|
| Type | White dessert wine sweet |
| Denomination | Marsala DOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 17.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Ansonica/Inzolia, Catarratto Bianco Comune, Grillo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Bianchi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1927, Cantine Mirabella expresses authentic Sicilian tradition through this Marsala Fine I.P. Ambra Semisecco. Produced in western Sicily from bush-trained vines, this 17-degree fortified wine is the result of expert fortification. Careful maturation in oak casks for one year gives it a sweet, intense and extraordinarily complex aromatic profile. A label of exceptional versatility, ideal for accompanying mature cheeses at the end of a meal, enhancing elegant pastry creations or adding a refined touch to original cocktails. |
| Origin | Western Sicily, in the area designated by the Regulations for the production of Marsala Wine |
| Cultivation system | Alberello marsalese |
| Production technique | Addition of wine alcohol to the base wine (fortification) and ageing for 1 year in oak casks |
| Wine making | Wine alcohol is added to the base wine to obtain an alcohol content of 17%. |
| Aging | 1 year in oak barrels. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |