Feudo Maccari

The extremely popular white wine from Maccari has risen to DOC status and is now called "Olli". It caresses nose and palate with aromatic-floral notes and yellow-fleshed fruit. Energetic, with resilience and expressiveness to the finish, this white from the trendy Sicilian variety Grillo offers exemplary value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense bright lemon yellow. Fragrant bouquet of yellow and white flowers, elderberry, rich white peach, fresh lemon. Fine yellow fruit nuances spread on the palate, shows elegant acidity, clear and balanced, slightly mineral with a harmonious final." Falstaff

"Ripe-pineapple and citrus character with a hint of creamy pine nut. Medium-bodied with a well-balanced, smooth palate and a crisp, sprightly fruit and mineral finish." James Suckling

"White spring wildflower, Mediterranean herb and citrus aromas come to the forefront. On the vibrant palate, tangy acidity accompanies white grapefruit, saline, lemon and crushed herbs alongside a hint of saline." Wine Enthusiast

The Nero d'Avola grapes come from vines up to 30 years old from the Noto region. Animatingly delicate fruity notes of pineapple and raspberry. Round, full and wonderfully drinkable on the palate, with beautiful fruit, spice and a cool, fresh final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Rose di Nere, a varietal Nero d'Avola, is a vibrant golden color and offers an extroverted bouquet that mixes dried peaches, mangos and nectarines with sweet exotic spice. This is soft and enveloping, delivering ripe orchard fruits complemented by hints of ginger, as sweet inner florals form toward the close. For all of its intensity and fruit-forward character, this finishes pleasantly refreshing and poised." Vinous

"Enticing nose of cherry and orange blossoms, red-peach skins and something bright and green, almost caper-like. Medium-bodied with good focus and balance, leading to a finish that embraces both the fruity and savory notes. Leaves you with a distinctive, fresh-caper aftertaste. Delicious." James Suckling

Rich ruby-violet colour, very clear and intense bouquet with strong notes of dark fruits and a hint of violets. Juicy, fresh with lots of ripe berry fruit on the palate. Round, supple and dense with a fruity-salty final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Only the best grapes" adorns the label. Expressive, intense white wine from the native Grillo grape, which began its quiet career as the exclusive "house wine" of the Moretti family and even today is only available in small quantities. Strong, bright stalk yellow. Exuberant bouquet of exotic fruits, flowers and flint, fruit-accented soft with a fresh, mineral note in the long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright lemon yellow with a shimmering core. Fine toasty aromas on the nose, cedar, some malt, golden apple, nougat on the nose. Hits the palate with pressure, shows a lot of structure and good tension, noticeable use of wood, pleasant melting, powerful final with emphasis, finishes persistently." Falstaff

"A seriously concentrated and very silky Sicilian dry white that is unashamedly inspired by Grand Cru white Burgundy. Wonderful bouquet of citrus blossoms with just a hint of vanilla. Mouth-filling yet graceful on the palate, the long and complex mineral finish beautifully supported by just a touch of oak tannin." James Suckling

"Only the best grapes" adorns the label. Dark ruby red, in the bouquet fine notes of dark fruits, herbal spice and delicately toasted wood. Impressive elegance and clarity on the palate, the fruit is always fresh and present, the polished tannins lead this almost Burgundian red into a wonderful final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Rosso Family and Friends is dark and brooding, showing black cherries, balsam herbs and a lifting hint of menthol. The textures are silky-smooth, ushering in an elegant wave of ripe red and black fruits, which give way to a more tactile mix of savory spice and minerals. The tannins are round, framing the experience nicely while not getting in the way, as this tapers off to hints of licorice and tobacco." Vinous

"Here's a new wine from Feudo Maccari. The 2017 Rosso Family and Friends comes from a hot vintage, and in addition to ripeness, it delivers good structure and tight (almost astringent) tannins with lots of pretty fruit layering at its core. This is a solid and long-lasting blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Syrah to pair with a classic steak au poivre and a side of fries to soak up the cream sauce. This wine is almost Tuscan in character although that extra ripeness brings you straight to Sicily." Robert Parker

"A firm and chewy red with blackberries, spice, slate and dark chocolate. Full body. Lots of tannins. Flavorful finish. A solid and structured red. Needs time to soften. Blend of cabernet sauvignon and syrah. Better in 2021." James Suckling

Deep dark, sparkling ruby red. On the nose, an opulent dark red fruit basket, intense and full. Already in the first sip, a depth that is unparalleled in this price range. The heights to which this wine is capable of carrying the connoisseur are nothing short of spectacular. At the same time, it always convinces with an indescribable balance. Maharis is never fat or jammy, but its potpourri of dark fruits, spices, matured leather and a subtle smoky note is always balanced with a surprising freshness and liveliness. The final is long, velvety and richly textured. Great! SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark shining ruby red. In the nose very spicy, slightly animal, in the aftertaste of ripe and rich cherries, repeatedly pepper-spicy. On the palate then with clear and radiant fruit underpinned by fine spice, shows grippy tannin, juicy, slightly salty on the final, remains sturdy and long on the palate." Falstaff

"The 2017 Syrah Maharis hails from the calcareous soils of the Val di Noto. Here I’m finding a dramatic display of crushed blackberry, smoke and wild herbs, further evolving to show hints of plum and dark chocolate. It's silky in texture yet immediately firmed up with a display of tart black fruit accompanied by an orange zest twang, savory spice and zesty acids. Youthful, fine tannins saturate, creating a grippy and poised finale with inner violet florals and hints of licorice slowly tapering off." Vinous

"With fruit from alberello vines at just 80 meters above the Mediterranean Sea level, the Feudo Maccari 2018 Sicilia Syrah Mahâris lavishes on thick, sweet and super ripe aromas of black fruit and spice. The wine carries a great deal of fruit weight and concentration, with abundant ripeness that renders a soft and rich approach to the palate. Sicily and Syrah always make a great combination, and this wine offers a good representation of that natural symbiosis." Robert Parker

"Lots of blackberries and savory oregano on the nose and palate with meat and hints of sour cherries. It’s full-bodied, tightly structured, racy and long. Polished and delicious now. Drink and enjoy." James Suckling