Nerello Mascalese-Etna Rosso: 3 Boutique Wines to Watch
Whenever I think of the majestic Mt. Etna in Sicily, I remember how its rich volcanic soil creates some of the most exceptional wines. I’m sharing three incredible red wines from boutique wineries that feel like a cozy hug in a glass to brighten up these chilly, gloomy winter days. These vibrant gems […]
Where to Wine, Eat and Stay, One-week itinerary in Eastern Sicily
For those looking to explore Sicily’s Eastern wine regions independently, I’ve compiled a few of my favorite routes and wineries that offer a taste of the island’s charm. Whether you’re joining my Bespoke Wine Tour Sicily or crafting your journey, Sicily promises an unforgettable escape into its rich winemaking tradition.
Sicilian Rosé Wines you can’t miss this summer
The right time to drink rosé wine? NOW! Appetizers, first courses, meat or fish dishes, sauces. Rosé wine fears nothing and no one because its main characteristic is versatility. A wide range of rosé shades are produced in Sicily to delight all palates.
Marabino: elegance and finesse, a reverse trend of Nero d’Avola
The methods at Marabino are just as revolutionary as they are traditional; the detail and precision with which they work is striking and entirely different from the mass-produced majority of Nero d’Avola on the market today.
Marco de Bartoli: history, traditions, Marsala wines passed down through generations
I think there is no need to tell you the importance of the figure of Marco de Bartoli for the Marsala territory, you should know it. But in two words – he was a visionary, the forerunner. Because while most producers in Marsala made the commercial choices in favor of international grapes…
Is Natural wine the future?
Third year for me at NOT, SICILY’S largest wine fair dedicated to natural and artisanal wines. Intense days of wine fair and side events with MORE THAN 150 WINE PRODUCERS FROM ALL OVER EUROPE and lots of real, live, high-quality wines tasted.
Sicilian wines for the upcoming holiday season!
Become the hero of the Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations by bringing Sicilian wine!
𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗔 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗘 – 𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗕𝗬 𝗔 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗚 𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗠𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗔 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗢
Gustinella Wine – a revolutionary project managed by a young oenologist-winemaker Sonia Gambino. Helen September 28, 2022 Meet Sonia Gambino, an authentic young oenologist-winemaker who, thanks to her enthusiasm and tenacity, produces natural wines capable of filling the heart with happiness and beauty. Her tiny reality, called “Gustinella,” consists of less than 1.5 hectares and […]
SICILIAN SPARKLING WINES TO LOOK FOR
A SELECTION OF SICILIAN ARTISANAL SPARKLING WINES TO LOOK FOR Helen August 31, 2022 Can you hear that? It’s the sound of corks popping! And not just any bubbles… Sicilian Sparkling Wine! When we think of sparkling wine, Sicily is not the first region that comes to mind. Yet, today, the production of the classic […]
“What can you expect from a private wine tour in Sicily?”
Helen’s network extends throughout Sicily and whatever your wine interests might be on the island she can deliver an educational, intimate, deep and nuanced experience you’d be hard pressed to find elsewhere. Her recommendations for food and lodging were excellent. I’ve toured many of the world’s wine regions. I’ve not had a better experience.