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Marsala Vergine Riserva DOC 'VR2206' 2006 (750 ml.) Florio
The Marsala DOC Vergine Riserva "VR2206" 2006 by Florio is a masterpiece of elegance and longevity, produced with only Grillo grapes grown in Marsala, on sandy soils kissed by the sea and exposed to salty winds. The grapes, harvested in the second half of September at perfect over-ripeness, impart intensity, verticality, and a surprising freshness to the wine. Aged since November 22, 2006 in the unique barrel 26DAG, in the historic Cantina Garibaldi, located 134 meters from the sea, it rests for over 17 years in oak. The aromas are deep and spicy, with hints of toasted peanuts, cereals, licorice, and blonde tobacco. On the palate, it is dry, savory, wide, and persistent, with a vibrant tannin that enhances its evolution. Perfect with bottarga, foie gras, blue cheeses or as a meditation wine. Limited and numbered edition, for true connoisseurs.
- Product Category
- Sweet Wines
- Denomination
- Marsala DOC
- Grape variety / Raw material
- cricket
- Aging Class
- Reserve
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2006
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Sicily
- Alcohol Content
- 19.5% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 14° - 16° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Small open goblet
- Special Features
- Historic Vintages, Limited Edition
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Aged Cheeses, Sweets and Desserts, After Dinner - Meditation, Great Opportunities
- 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-VERGINE-RISERVA-2006
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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: bright amber, with antique gold hues and topaz reflections, indicative of a very long controlled oxidation. The clarity is impeccable, and the consistency is remarkable, due to the concentration acquired during the prolonged stay in wood.
Bouquet: austere and complex, dominated by ethereal and oxidative tones. Notes of dried fruit (toasted almond, walnut), candied citrus peel, leather, blonde tobacco, and marine iodine emerge. The evolution brings to the surface nuances of varnish, sweet spices, and oriental lacquer, with a briny background that recalls maturation in a coastal environment.
Taste: dry, tense, and vertical. The entrance is austere, almost cutting, with pronounced salinity and a dry structure, supported by still vibrant acidity. The sip is consistent with the nose: returns of dried fruit, medicinal herbs, and oxidative notes accompany an exceptionally long and layered persistence. The finish is noble, clear, with a savoriness that invites contemplation.
- Wine Enthusiast: 94/100
- James Suckling: 93/100
Overall Rating: 93/100
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THE WINE
The Marsala DOC Vergine Riserva "VR2206" 2006 by Florio is a masterpiece of elegance and longevity, produced with only Grillo grapes grown in Marsala, on sandy soils kissed by the sea and exposed to briny winds. The grapes, harvested in the second half of September at perfect over-ripeness, give the wine intensity, verticality, and surprising freshness. Aged since November 22, 2006 in the unique cask 26DAG, in the historic Cantina Garibaldi, located 134 meters from the sea, it rests for over 17 years in oak. The aromas are deep and spicy, with hints of toasted peanuts, cereals, licorice, and blonde tobacco. On the palate, it is dry, sapid, broad, and persistent, with a vibrant tannin that enhances its evolution. Perfect with bottarga, foie gras, blue cheeses or as a meditation wine. Limited and numbered edition, for true connoisseurs.
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 and flavored by the sea, the Cantine welcome, beautiful and silent, the oak woods where the Marsala Florio matures 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 aisles where aromas and architectures blend. In this marvelous 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 multiple organoleptic forms.