Florio
Marsala Secco Superiore Riserva
| Denomination | DOC Marsala Superiore Riserva Ambra Secco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 18.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Ansonica/Inzolia, Catarratto Bianco Comune, Grillo |
| Aging | Two-stage ageing: approximately 18 months in oak barrels and the remainder in the bottle; minimum 36 months of total maturation (4 years). |
- Marsala DOC Riserva: dry fortified white wine produced in Trapani, Sicily, with an oxidative style
- Aromatic profile: notes of dried fruit, caramel, citrus peel and light spices
- Dry palate: crisp and vertical taste, marine sapidity and a long finish
- Ageing: 18 months in oak wood and 18 months in bottle, total maturation of at least 36 months
- Key data: 18.5% ABV, 750 ml format, closed with a natural cork stopper
Description
Type of wine
Marsala Secco Superiore Riserva Florio is a fortified white wine with a Protected Designation of Origin from Sicily. Characterised by a typical oxidative style obtained through ageing in barrels and micro-oxygenation, it displays a bright amber hue with elegant golden highlights in the glass. On the nose, it expresses intense notes of dried fruit, caramel and citrus peel, enriched by delicate spicy notes. On the palate, it is dry and vertical, offering a long savoury finish and pleasant sensations of ripe fruit. Enjoyed as an aperitif or at the end of a meal, it pairs well with dark chocolate, cheeses and pastries, also proving to be an excellent cocktail ingredient.
Provenance
This fascinating wine is born in the province of Trapani, Sicily. Marsala represents a symbol of the territory, faithfully reflecting the character of the island. The geographical origin clearly defines the dry, enveloping and decisive character of this fortified wine, offering an authentic expression of the Sicilian landscape.
How it is produced
Vinification begins with a strong extraction using a traditional press, aimed at obtaining musts rich in colour, high dry extract and a marked marine savouriness. Fermentation takes place in concrete tanks through continuous micro-oxygenation, an essential process that prepares the wine for fortification. The latter involves a careful blend composed of wine, mistelle, brandy and cooked must. The prolonged ageing develops in two distinct phases: a slow maturation in oak barrels for approximately eighteen months, followed by a further period of refinement in the bottle to complete the overall harmony.
Tasting notes
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Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1833
- Oenologist: Tommaso Maggio
- Bottles produced: 1.600.000
| Name | Florio Marsala Secco Superiore Riserva |
|---|---|
| Type | White still dry |
| Denomination | Marsala DOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 18.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Ansonica/Inzolia, Catarratto Bianco Comune, Grillo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Florio |
| Origin | Province of Trapani, Sicily, Italy |
| Production technique | Strong extraction using a traditional press; fermentation in concrete with continuous micro-oxygenation; fortification |
| Wine making | Strong extraction with a traditional press to obtain musts rich in colour, with a high dry extract and marked marine salinity; fermentation in concrete with continuous micro-oxygenation even after fermentation, to prepare the wine for fortification. |
| Aging | Two-stage ageing: approximately 18 months in oak barrels and the remainder in the bottle; minimum 36 months of total maturation (4 years). |
| Year production | 13833 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |