Tasca d'Almerita

The Sallier de la Tour winery has been owned by the Counts Tasca since 2009, making it the fifth winery that complements and characterises the diversity and professionalism of what is probably Sicily's most famous winery. Sallier de la Tour specialises in the Grillo, Inzolia, Syrah and Nero d'Avola grape varieties.

Light yellow with green reflections. Orange zest, meadow flowers and notes of melon and herbs on the nose. Fresh and light on the palate, again fruity, with a fine almond flavour. A classic for light Mediterranean cuisine and warm summer evenings. SUPERIORE.DE

The Sallier de la Tour winery has been owned by the Counts Tasca since 2009, making it the fifth winery that complements and characterises the diversity and professionalism of what is probably Sicily's most famous winery. Deep dark red, spices and a fine note of liquorice on the nose. Beautiful classic fruit and freshness on the palate, the discreet use of wood gives it concentration, backbone, velvety elegance and a good future. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark red; intense, discreetly volatile fruit, raspberries, violets, rubber, inviting; juicy, fresh fruit, finely tart, drinky, round and balanced, very pleasing." (JLF) Merum

"In the glass, the Nero d'Avola 2021 is dark and somewhat reductive. It opens with a forest-inspired blend of wild berries and peppery herbs. It is soft and enveloping with ripe red and blue fruits swirling under a hint of violet blossom. It leaves a hint of primary concentration and finishes grippy and long while retaining a lovely inner freshness. This wine has potential, but the 2021 will need cellaring to come into its own." Vinous

The Sallier de la Tour winery has been owned by the Counts Tasca since 2009, making it the fifth company that complements and characterises the diversity and professionalism of what is probably Sicily's most famous winery.

Aromatic bouquet of sweet cherries and wild berries. Clear on the palate with a beautiful fruit centre and a radiant freshness, appealing finish. A beautiful Syrah that impressively demonstrates Sicily's potential for international grape varieties. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Syrah lifts from the glass with a perfumed blend of rose, violet, lavender, crushed blackberries and hints of white smoke. This is juicy in character and fruit-centric, with an energetic mix of wild berries offset by notes of sour citrus. It finishes with medium length and is quite fresh, leaving just a lick of saline minerality on the close." Vinous

The Sallier de la Tour winery has been owned by the Counts Tasca since 2009, making it the fifth winery that complements and characterises the diversity and professionalism of what is probably Sicily's most famous winery. Sallier de la Tour specialises in the Grillo, Inzolia, Syrah and Nero d'Avola grape varieties.

Straw yellow with greenish reflections. Fresh nose of yellow fruits and meadow herbs. On the palate, notes of citrus enveloped by a fine acid wire and spice. The trendy white grape variety Grillo is simply fun in a glass! SUPERIORE.DE

The classic among Sicilian red wines - lively and fresh like the sunny island it comes from. It has a bright ruby red colour in the glass and pampers the nose with a beautifully fruity, deep bouquet of blackberries and cherries. A clear blackcurrant flavour and almost sweetish fruit on the tongue, followed by a strong, fruity body with silky tannins on the palate. A well-balanced Nero d'Avola that is a pleasure to drink. SUPERIORE.DE

Perfect Sicilian white wine with bestseller status: light and excellently balanced with very delicate acidity. Straw yellow in colour, the aromas are delicate and fruity, with light notes of apple, sliced lemon and banana. Pleasant, clean flavour that finishes with juicy citrus tones and a hint of young mango. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sweetly floral, the 2023 Bianco Regaleali impresses with its lifted bouquet of chamomile, yellow apples and confectionery spice. It’s soft and round with a core of zesty acidity to balance. Crisp orchard fruits cascade throughout while hints of candied lime and liquid stone resonate. The 2023 finishes remarkably fresh, potent and long. Very nice." Vinous

Countless lush roses from all over the world grow on the Regaleali estate. This fragrant rosato is a tribute to the roses of Regaleali. Brilliant colour, fruity aroma of strawberries, cherries and mulberries, rich and spicy flavour, fresh, with a certain minerality and a pleasant sapidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright cherry orange, sparkling. Smells of vanilla pod, sugared raspberries and cherries on the nose, with a slight hazelnut cream aftertaste. On the palate with a fine fruit melt and well-integrated acidity, slightly noticeable tannins and a savoury, slightly bitter finish with amarena cherries." Falstaff

"The 2023 Regaleali Le Rose is 100% Nerello Mascalese. It emanates a pretty blend of white strawberry, mint leaf and wet stone. This is zesty and full of energy, with brisk acidity that propels its mineral-laced orchard fruits as hints of sour green melon form toward the close. It tapers off with a salty tension that keeps the mouth watering for more as a tinge of tart lime lingers on." Vinous

Tasca's Perricone is bright ruby in colour, with hints of red berries, blackberries, cherries and spices, tasting fresh and lively. A fine minerality and a hint of nuts on the final, very long and complex on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich, simple and floral bouquet with notes of quince, baked cherries, cranberries and violets. Fleshy and medium to full-bodied on the palate with soft tannins and a round, fruity finish. Simple, generous and convivial." James Suckling

"This rare varietal Perricone, from vines growing at 480 metres above sea level in the province of Palermo, is bright and herbal with bitter black fruits. Intense and juicy, it has a balsamic edge and fine, sandy tannins." Decanter

"The Perricone Guarnaccio 2021 is perfumed with a dusty blend of black cherries, liquorice and sage. It glides across the palate like pure silk, showing polished red and black fruits accompanied by balsamic spices. Salty minerals saturate towards the end. The finish is long with tannins reminiscent of black tea that captivate the senses as mint and cedar nuances slowly fade. The 2021 will require patience, and lots of it." Vinous

Ruby red colour, appealing, slightly reductive aroma of ripe blackberries and elderberries, quite dense on the palate, certain fruit sweetness, good harmony between juicy acidity and velvety tannins, elegant finish with traces of cassis. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wonderfully fresh and perfumed, the 2021 Nero d'Avola Lamùri entices with a gorgeous blend of crushed blackberries, white pepper, violet florals and hints of wet stone. This is wonderfully fresh and energetic, with crunchy red and blue fruits elevated by juicy acidity as an air of sweet spice and lavender forms toward the close. It finishes with remarkable length and a zesty tension, leaving a licorice tone in its wake. This is a total pleasure to taste." Vinous

Buonsenso (common sense) is already visually impressive with its bright straw yellow colour. Attractive bouquet of wild flowers, mint, peach and green melon. The palate is refreshed by a great acid wire, rounded off by citrus and peach notes with a subtle hint of saltiness. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2023 Catarratto Buonsenso is dusty and floral yet also a bit coy, with hints of yellow apple and white flowers contrasted by a pinch of ground ginger. It opens with a bump of zesty acidity that enlivens its tart orchard fruits as saline minerals saturate toward the close. The 2023 tapers off with medium length and a youthful tension as hints of sour lime pinch at the cheeks. This is a beautifully balanced Catarratto." Vinous

Grillo Cavallo delle Fate exudes a spicy bouquet of ginger, nectarines and lime zest. It has a medium body with a zesty acid core that provides an energetic sensation and citrus fruits that cascade down the palate. The finish is lively and wickedly fresh, with a savoury tension that leaves the mouth wanting more. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2023 Grillo Cavallo delle Fate is perfumed in the glass with a pretty blend of mint leaves, candied lime, chamomile and sweet smoke. It's silky-smooth yet lifted and finessed. Crisp orchard fruits and hints of sour melon are guided by brisk acidity. It leaves the palate perfectly refreshed with a crunchy staining of minerality and a chalky sensation that slowly fades. This possesses a wonderful cool-toned character imparted by the elevations and microclimate of the Regaleali estate." Vinous

Leone Blend, a zesty Sicilian white cuvée made predominantly from Catarratto, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon, shows beautiful fruit and fresh almond notes as well as a crisp, extremely clean flavour with an enjoyable length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of waxed lemons and sliced pears with fresh sage, jasmine and white stones. Medium body. Juicy and crisp with a fruity finish. Attractive savoury notes on the finish." James Suckling

"The 2022 Leone Blend is savoury, with ginger and nectarine complementing crushed green apples. It opens with a pretty inner sweetness contrasted by vibrant acidity and mineral tones, while green melon and gentle chamomile notes linger on the senses. The Leone blend finishes with a tropical bloom of flowers and spice, ideally preparing the palate for another sip. This is fantastic value from Tenuta Regaleali." Vinous

Tefra (Greek word for ash) is a 100% Nerello Mascalese and comes from a parcel in the Contrada Rampante on the northern slopes of Etna between the municipalities of Randazzo and Castiglione di Sicilia. Bright pink colour. Delicate and very clear nose of raspberries and wild strawberries, oranges and herbs. Fresh, juicy and vibrant in the mouth, very tasty racy acidity, finishes with good cool length. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Rosato Etna Tefra is remarkably beautiful with its platinum pink colour. It offers a perfumed, floral bouquet. The palate is energetic, with tangy acidity and mineral tones, while crisp fruit flows through the nose. The finish is of medium length. A young strawberry and salty note slowly fade away." Vinous

"Notes of ripe nectarines and pink cherries with dried flowers and citrus peel leading to a medium body with juicy acidity. Crisp and easy to drink." James Suckling

"The pale pink of the glass belies the intense aromatics and rich mouthfeel of this rosé. Wild strawberries and peach candy on the nose give way to more berries and stone fruit on the palate, with a bit of blood orange and lime and a lick of quartz on the finish." Wine Enthusiast

Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Sauvignon - the creative and successful experiment by Count Tasca d'Almerita. Cygnus is a young, enchanting wine that smells of blackberries, cherries, vanilla and tobacco and has a wonderfully smooth, grapey-sweet flavour and a fine spiciness. SUPERIORE.DE

The name of this fresh and aromatic Malvasia is dedicated to the former owner Paola Lantieri, who cultivated the 4.5 hectare vineyard with great dedication. The vines grow on mineral soils of ash, fine brown sand, pumice and silicate.

A fresh bouquet of spicy yellow flowers, lime zest, nectarines and crushed stones. On the palate, we find an attractive bouquet of ripe orchard fruits, tropical citrus fruits and a cooling minerality. The long and very delicious final is accompanied by kiwi and sage - very successful! SUPERIORE.DE

"White stone fruit, citrus fruit, fresh sage and chalky earth on offer. Fresh and crisp on the palate with juicy acidity and a chalky mineral backbone. Medium-bodied with a refreshing finish." James Suckling

"Tasca's Tenuta Capofaro is situated on the Aeolian Islands off the northeast tip of Sicily. Here, on the island of Vulcano, Malvasia is grown on its loose, sandy volcanic soils. Very soft with good saline, its peachy aroma with green fruit hints is reflected in the mouth, with a pithy character and a long, fresh and juicy finish." Decanter

Didyme, named after the ancient name of the island of Salina, is a pure and intensely flavoured Malvasia. Pale straw yellow in colour. Bouquet of herbs, light-coloured flowers, apple and a hint of nutmeg. Juicy fruit, carried by a beautiful, fresh acidity, with a mineral, salty note on the powerful finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with delicate greenish reflections. Very fragrant and clear nose of white rose petal, banana, light-coloured honey and apricots, nutmeg. Fruity and clear on the palate, with a pronounced centre coated in crisp acidity, salty at the back, fun!" Falstaff

"The Malvasia Didyme 2022 captivates with a bouquet reminiscent of fresh sea air, with aromas of spring flowers and ripe nectarines. It is silky and smooth with ripe fruit that is skilfully contrasted by a lively acidity and a zesty citrus core. Salty minerals provide a crisp final, while the 2022 rejuvenates with tropical flair, allowing kiwi and candied lime to slowly fade away. Didyme, a grape variety of Malvasia delle Lipari, is an absolute taste sensation." Vinous

"The Didyme from the Aeolian island of Salina is incredibly savoury and full of fresh stone fruit. Notes of citrus peel, yellow plums and green fruits lead to a long and very fresh finish." Decanter

"Initially floral and citrusy on the nose, with orange blossom and jasmine, then salty with oyster shells, with the saltiness becoming the defining feature of the palate and rising to the top with the help of more citrus and plenty of acidity. This is a wonderfully balanced expression of this aromatic grape variety." Wine Enthusiast

Ghiaia, a pure Nerello Mascalese from the slopes of Mount Etna, exudes sweet aromas of cherries and flowers. A refined, very detailed and seductive wine with great charm, character and personality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium-light red colour; reductive red-fruity, appealing; powerful, deep fruit, subtly tart tannin, long." Merum

"Attractive bouquet of chestnuts, violets and crisp strawberries, fresh and crisp with attractive acidity and a savoury finish." Decanter

"Sweet berries and orange peel with undertones of peach and lemon blossom. Medium-bodied, with crisp fruit and a fresh and slightly chewy finish. Delicious wine, now showing volcanic character with ashy and smoky undertones." James Suckling

"The 2021 Etna Rosso Ghiaia Nera is intense, smoky and ashy, opening with a burst of crushed strawberries complicated by hints of blood orange and clove. This is a model of purity, with zesty red berry fruits and a core of salty minerality that comes forward toward the close. Brisk acidity maintains fantastic balance. A web of fine tannins lingers long, creating a classically dry sensation and youthful tension as sour cherry tones taper." Vinous

The small, museum-like island of Mozia in the Marsala lagoon is a production site of unrivalled uniqueness. It is a marine ecosystem that has always been linked to the vineyard. The English, who came to Marsala at the beginning of the 19th century and recognised its great potential, initiated the first planting. The vines are cultivated naturally using the Gobelet system with natural irrigation. The grapes are harvested in crates, brought to the mainland in flat-bottomed boats and then transported to the Regaleali winery in air-conditioned lorries to guarantee their aromatic integrity.

Since 2007, when the Tasca family was entrusted by the Whitaker Foundation with the implementation of a project to promote and revitalise historic Grillo vineyards, they have been looking after 12 hectares of vineyards in Mozia. This is where the best Grillo in Sicily comes from, which is unrivalled in terms of concentration and razor-sharp precision.

Pale straw yellow in colour. Tantalising, very refined aromas of nectarine, yellow flowers, lime and mint herbs. On the palate, it is fresh, juicy and dense, with a wonderful clarity and flavours of pome fruit and white stone fruit, accompanied by a lively and harmonious acidity. Its impressive finish is long and mineral. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2023 Grillo Mozia is youthfully coy yet bursting at the seams, revealing a delicate blend of chamomile, green melon and hints of candied lime. This blends savory and sweet, with ripe orchard fruits and silky textures offset by a stream of zesty acidity. Sweet herbal tones emerge toward the close. This tapers off with tremendous length and a salty tinge, leaving a green citrus resonance to gradually recede. The Mozia hails from albarello-trained vines growing in sandy soils, at and slightly below sea level. This is one of the most characterful Grillos produced in Italy today." Vinous

In 1984, Count Giuseppe Tasca d'Almerita wanted to celebrate his golden wedding anniversary with his wife Franca by creating a wine that told the family story and the history of the Tenuta at the same time. The uniqueness of the grape composition shows his romantic spirit: Inzolia and Sauvignon from the Tasca selection, the selection of a vineyard in Regaleali that dates back to the end of the First World War. The use of selected yeasts from the estate's own vineyards links this wine even more inextricably with the terroir from which it comes. Fresh in its youth, the wine has an unexpected ageing potential and balances its tertiary aromas with the intensity of the fruit.

Rich straw yellow in colour with a hauntingfloral bouquet and notes of peach, exotic fruit and saffron. Then the harmonious flavour, whose wonderful substance is carried by a perfect acidity with a fine saline vein. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pungently floral, the 2021 Nozze d'Oro burst from the glass with a blend of lemony custard and wild herbs, complemented by sweet smoke and hints of mint. It’s beautifully balanced, with silken textures and opulently ripe orchard fruits carried across a stream of brisk acidity. Saline minerals add a more tactile feel toward the close. This tapers off with a tropical air of florals and sour citrus tones—long, potent and staining yet remarkably fresh." Vinous

Scent of lemon, white flowers and crushed rock. A desire for more. This southern drop from Etna does not disappoint on the palate either. Lively acidity and a long mineral finish make this white wine a perfect accompaniment to food. Structure, elegance and pure white class from Etna. SUPERIORE.DE