Bianchi
Marsala Superiore S.O.M.
| Denomination | DOC Marsala Superiore Liquoroso |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 18.0% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Ansonica/Inzolia, Catarratto Bianco Comune, Grillo |
| Aging | Aged for over 2 years in oak barrels |
- Rating: Marsala Superiore DOC S.O.M. Ambra Secco, 98/100 Wine Spectator
- Grape varieties and format: Grillo, Catarratto and Inzolia blend; 0.75 litre bottle
- Aromas: Toasted almond, hazelnut, dates, vanilla and aged wood
- Vinification: Fortified to 18% vol; natural residual sugar approximately 3%
- Ageing and serving: Over 2 years in oak; serve at 10-12°C in a tulip glass
Description
What kind of wine it is
Marsala Superiore S.O.M. Ambra Secco Bianchi is a refined fortified wine with a bright amber colour. Made from a blend of Grillo, Catarratto and Inzolia, it offers an enveloping bouquet characterised by notes of toasted almond, hazelnut, dates and delicate hints of vanilla. On the palate, it reveals a wine with a dry and intense profile, harmonious and supported by a pronounced savouriness. The finish is long and persistent, recalling dried fruit and sweet spices, making it a perfect meditation wine or an excellent pairing for mature cheeses, smoked cured meats and dry pastries.
Where it comes from
The grapes grow in western Sicily, at the heart of the Marsala Superiore production area. The vineyards are cultivated using the classic alberello marsalese system, on soils that give the grapes their distinctive identity. Production takes place in the historic Baglio Woodhouse, where Bianchi carefully oversees every stage of the winemaking process. The S.O.M. classification guarantees an authentic interpretation of the Sicilian territory, faithfully reflecting its climatic dynamics and geographical strength.
How it is produced
Vinification begins with the ripening of the grapes until they reach the ideal sugar concentration. This is followed by fortification with grape-based alcohol, a process that stops fermentation while maintaining the wine’s dry character. The addition of cooked must defines its typical amber hue. The long ageing in oak barrels for over two years benefits from careful controlled oxidation, which is essential for smoothing the liquid and giving it a broad and persistent aromatic complexity.
History and Curiosities
Produced in western Sicily by Cantine Mirabella, within the historic Baglio Woodhouse, this Marsala Superiore S.O.M. embodies the island’s authentic winemaking tradition. The prestigious designation Superior Old Marsala identifies an outstanding fortified wine, awarded an impressive 98/100 by Wine Spectator. Its intense amber colour, enriched by cooked must, heralds an enveloping aromatic profile. This masterpiece matures for over two years in oak barrels through controlled oxidation, offering a dry, harmonious and unforgettable sip.
Awards
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98/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
| Name | Cantine Mirabella Marsala Superiore S.O.M. Ambra Secco |
|---|---|
| Type | White dessert wine sweet |
| Denomination | Marsala DOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 18.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Ansonica/Inzolia, Catarratto Bianco Comune, Grillo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Bianchi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced in western Sicily by Cantine Mirabella, within the historic Baglio Woodhouse, this Marsala Superiore S.O.M. embodies the island’s authentic winemaking tradition. The prestigious designation Superior Old Marsala identifies an outstanding fortified wine, awarded an impressive 98/100 by Wine Spectator. Its intense amber colour, enriched by cooked must, heralds an enveloping aromatic profile. This masterpiece matures for over two years in oak barrels through controlled oxidation, offering a dry, harmonious and unforgettable sip. |
| Origin | Marsala, Sicily, Italy |
| Cultivation system | Alberello marsalese |
| Production technique | Liqueur wine obtained by fortification: addition of wine alcohol to stop fermentation; ageing in oak barrels with controlled oxidation |
| Wine making | Once the ideal sugar level is reached, wine alcohol is added to stop the fermentation and achieve an alcohol content of 18% vol. with a natural residual sugar of 3%. |
| Aging | Aged for over 2 years in oak barrels |
| Residual sugar | 30.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |