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Marsala Superiore Secco DOC 'Vecchio Florio' 2018 (750 ml.) Florio
The Old Florio 2018 is a Dry Superior Marsala DOC obtained from Grillo and Cataratto, cultivated in the coastal vineyards of Marsala, on sandy and sunny soils caressed by the sea breeze. After fermentation, the addition of grape alcohol stops the yeasts, preserving its dry character and important structure. It matures for over 30 months in oak barrels in the historic Cellar Florio, just a few meters from the sea. The result is a wine with an ancient gold color, with aromas of hazelnut, vanilla, blonde tobacco and marine notes. On the palate, it is dry, warm, and harmonious, with great persistence and verticality. Ideal with blue cheeses, shellfish, bottarga, or as a meditation wine. A bottle that encapsulates the authentic soul of traditional Marsala.
- Product Category
- Sweet Wines
- Denomination
- Marsala DOC
- Grape variety / Raw material
- cricket
- Variety / Assembly
- cricket, cataratto
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2018
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Sicily
- Alcohol Content
- 18% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 14° - 16° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Small open goblet
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Aperitif, Aged Cheeses, Sweets and Desserts, After Dinner - Meditation
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
FLR-MARSALA-VECCHIOFLORIO-2018
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Florio
The history of the Florio winery has its roots back in 1833, when Vincenzo Florio, a man of vision and courage, decided to embark on an oenological journey that would indelibly mark the history of Sicilian wine. Situated in the splendid setting of Sicily, a land of contrasts and wild beauty, Florio is more than just a winery: it is a symbol of tradition and innovation that has conquered palates worldwide thanks to its Marsala.
Marsala, a fortified wine that bears the name of the city where it was born, is an authentic oenological gem that encapsulates the essence of Sicily. The gentle hills and mild climate of the island offer the ideal conditions for the cultivation of Grillo and Catarratto grapes, native varieties that give Marsala its unique and unmistakable character. The Florio winery stands out for a production that follows traditional methods, respecting the rhythms of nature and enhancing every nuance of the Sicilian terroir.
Every bottle of Florio Marsala is a symphony of aromas and flavors: from the warm and enveloping tones of dried fruit and vanilla to the spicy and balsamic notes that enhance its complexity. It is a wine that can adapt to multiple occasions, from solitary meditation to the conviviality of a meal with company, and it manages to amaze with its versatility.
Let yourself be captivated by the timeless charm of Florio wines and discover on Vino45 the authentic expression of Marsala: a journey between past and present, between land and sea, in a sip of pure Sicily.
Address:
Via Vincenzo Florio, 1 - 91025 Marsala (TP), Italy
Color: intense amber with golden reflections, bright and compact, indicative of a controlled evolution and good phenolic concentration.
Bouquet: elegance with notes of dried fruit, toasted almonds, and dates, accompanied by hints of orange peel, sweet wood, and a light spiciness reminiscent of nutmeg and blonde tobacco. The oxidative component is well integrated and adds complexity without excess.
Taste: dry, structured, and vertical, with a warm texture balanced by a savory freshness that extends the sip. The notes of dried fruit and sweet spices return, with a slightly bitter finish, typical of Grillo in oxidative aging. The persistence is long and harmonious, with a saline return that invites a second taste.
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THE WINE
The Vecchio Florio 2018 is a Marsala DOC Secco Superiore obtained from Grillo and Cataratto, grown in the coastal vineyards of Marsala, on sandy and sunny soils caressed by the sea breeze. After fermentation, the addition of wine alcohol stops the yeasts, preserving its dry character and important structure. It matures for over 30 months in oak barrels in the historic Cantina Florio, just a few meters from the sea. The result is a wine with an ancient gold color, with aromas of hazelnut, vanilla, blonde tobacco and marine notes. On the palate, it is dry, warm, and harmonious, with great persistence and verticality. Ideal with blue cheeses, shellfish, bottarga, or as a meditation wine. A bottle that encapsulates the authentic soul of traditional Marsala.
THE COMPANY
Founded in 1833 by Vincenzo Florio, the Cantine Florio of Marsala overlook the sea of western Sicily. Surrounded by the energy of the winds, made savory by the sea, the Cantine welcome, beautiful and silent, the oak woods where the Marsala Florio age in an apparently motionless movement. Hundreds of barrels, casks, and caratelli, each with its own story, breathe the sea through the tuff floor, in the high naves where aromas and architectures blend. In this wonderful place, where the Sicilian idea of beauty is distilled, the winemaker Tommaso Maggio, through the skillful use of space, time, and oxygen, creates Marsala in its many organoleptic forms.