Sicilian Wines

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The most famous wine from Sicily is probably Marsala which is a sherry-like wine (in that it is a fortified and slightly oxidised style). Fortified to around about 20%, it is usually made from indigneous Grillo, Catarratto or Inzolia grapes. There are many different styles, from dry to sweet, but the best Marsalas are often labelled "vergine" which means it will have been aged at least 5 years in oak cask. Marsala is also a key cooking ingredient used in veal dishes and many puddings. One of the best producers is Cantine Florio. There are also some good wines made in Sicily some using local grapes and some using more international varieties. Planeta make a very good Syrah and Burdese (local dialect name for Cabernet Sauvignon) whilst Tasca D'Almerita make a very good white called Leone D'Almerita which is a blend of Catarratto, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Type	Description	Year	Bottle Price
Dessert	Florio Gran Chef Marsala Fine, Cantine Florio 17%	NV	£11.50
Dessert	Florio Morsi Di Luce, Vino Liquoroso Di Sicilia IGT Zibibbo, Cantine Florio 50cl	2007	£15.85
Dessert	Florio Terre Arse Marsala Vergine 19% 50cl, Cantine Florio	1999	£10.99
Olive Oil	Planeta Extra Virgin Olive Oil DOP Val di Mazara 50cl	2010	£9.99
Red	Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG	2009	£12.49
Red	Planeta Syrah, IGT Sicilia	2005	£20.75
White	Leone D'Almerita, Tasca D'Almerita, Sicily IGT	2006	£13.99
White	Planeta Chardonnay, Sicilia IGT	2008	£20.75