“Mozia” Grillo Sicilia DOC 2022

Tasca d'Almerita | Tenuta Whitaker | Sicily
Conte Tasca d'Almerita Soc. Agr. a.r.l. | Via dei Fiori 13 | IT 90129 Palermo

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. Then fresh, juicy and dense, with wonderful clarity and a flavour palate of aromas such as pome fruit and white stone fruit and a lively, harmonious acidity. Its impressive finish is long and mineral. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, light golden yellow in colour. Pronounced nose of apricots, yellow peach, meadow herbs and subtle spice. Smooth on the palate, with a precise fruit centre, fine acidity and a hint of iodine on the finish." Falstaff

"Grapefruit and thyme with a sweet note of lemon curd and a hint of eraser on the nose open up to a palate of mixed citrus and toasted almonds, with a rich mouthfeel balanced by the salty, acidic finish." Wine Enthusiast

"Spicy herbs, fresh lemons, green apples and gooseberries on the nose, medium body and smooth texture. Dry and crisp with a refreshing finish and some herbal notes at the end." James Suckling

"Mozia is sourced from Grillo grown on the small, breezy island of San Pantaleo in the Marsala lagoon, where the soils are sand and limestone. The grapes are picked just before full maturity to retain freshness, and after vinification the wine ages in stainless steel on its lees for around five months. A light lemon scent invites you to take a sip, delivering a fresh, pithy and saline mouthful of bright lemon and orange peel flavours, finishing with a touch of grapefruit." Decanter

19031922 · 0,75 l · 30,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately