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Wine grapes have always grown on the Italian island of Sicily. Some say it was Dionysus, the god of wine, who planted them there himself. The Mediterranean climate with abundant sunshine, balanced rainfall, hilly terrain and soils made rich by Mount Etna’s ash all create the perfect conditions for quality agriculture. Ancient civilizations were producing wine on the island as far back as the 17th century BC. The Greeks arrived some time around 8 BC, bringing other varietals in with them. They also brought innovations such as pruning, varietal selection and low vine training. Large quantities of wine began to flow all over the island. Very, very alcoholic wine. 
 
For several centuries, the Sicilian wine industry fell into boom and bust cycles. As the Romans spread their empire, they carried wines from Sicily with them. A type of Sicilian wine called Mamertino was said to have been Julius Caesar’s favorite. In the Byzantine Age between the 6th and 9th centuries, the Read more »

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Nero d'Avola Cusumano Sicilia (2011)

Winery: Cusumano
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia
Varietal: Nero d'Avola
Type: Table Wines
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ApelsecS

This one is perfect but definitely overpriced in Russia. I got it for 23$ instead of normal 10$! The bottle is gorgeous - front label and glass cap... that is a good gift for your friends. Bright taste and fantastic blueberries aroma. I love it!

Corvo Red Blend Sicilia IGT Rosso (2010)

Winery: Corvo
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia
Varietal: Nero d'Avola
Type: Table Wines
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ApelsecS

This is a mix of Nero d'Avola and Nerello mascalese. The second one does not exists on snooth for some reason. Wild cherry and dark red fruits here. The wine is well balanced, very nice and mild but I personally prefer more alcohol, this one is a bit ...

Nadaria Nero d'Avola. Cusumano (2011)

Winery: Cusumano
Region: Italy » Sicily
Varietal: Nero d'Avola
Type: Table Wines
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ApelsecS

Bought it once again. The one thing I missed - it's full of prunes!

Tasca d'Almerita Lamuri Nero d'Avola IGT (2008)

Winery: Tasca D'Almerita
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Varietal: Nero d'Avola
Type: Table Wines
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shsim

Reddish brown and opaque in color, this wine had a pretty incredible nose. It was earthy, toasty (like raisins dried under the sun), plush juicy fruits of ripe red cherry and cantaloupe with hints of dried Shitake mushrooms. At first sip, I thought it ...

Sp68 IGT Sicilia Rosso Arianna Occhipinti (2009)

Winery: Arianna
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia
Varietal: Nero d'Avola , Frappato
Color: Red Wines
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barri0s1872

I loved this wine, the frappato and nero d'avola work fantastically together creating a well balanced and exciting enticing wine.

Planeta Red Blend Sicilia IGT la Segreta Rosso (2010)

Winery: Planeta
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia
Varietal: Nero d'Avola , Merlot , Syrah , Cabernet Franc
Type: Table Wines
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dlellis

Bright color, red berry and spice, nice balance

Nadaria Nero d'Avola. Cusumano (2011)

Winery: Cusumano
Region: Italy » Sicily
Varietal: Nero d'Avola
Type: Table Wines
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ApelsecS

Nice acid/tannin balance and a bit sparkling that surprised me may be because i tasting it too early but I really enjoy it with meat and hard cheese! Dark cherry like red color, pleasant fresh dark fruit nose and taste.

Azienda Girolamo Russo 'A Rina Etna Rosso DOC (2008)

Winery: Azienda Giroalmo Russo
Region: Italy » Sicily » Etna
Type: Table Wines
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vino in love

Alcohol by volume was listed at 14%. On the palate, I enjoyed the smoothness of 'A Rina. The tannins were pleasing and the wine was dry. I tasted a few minerals and a little alcohol which gives this Rosso dell'Etna a warming feeling. The body was medi...

Donnafugata Tancredi Contessa Entellina DOC (2008)

Winery: Donnafugata
Region: Italy » Sicily » Contessa Entellina
Varietal: Nero d'Avola , Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Table Wines
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shsim

Named after Prince Tancredi in the leopard, this is a fairly matured wine compared to Sedara. Made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Nero d'Avola, this wet earthy wine has good juicy dark fruitiness with hints of dark chocolate, black currant and a touch of ...

Cerasuolo di Vittoria (2010)

Winery: Planeta
Region: Italy » Sicily » Cerasuolo Di Vittoria
Varietal: Nero d'Avola , Frappato
Type: Table Wines
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vino in love

The wine had a rich cherry-red color. ABV was label listed at 13%. On the nose, I had aromas of pomegranate and a variety of red fruits (strawberry and cherry were among them). In general, the aromas were the typical Cerasuolo di Vittoria ones. In the...

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Hauner Red Blend Salina IGT Hiera
Winery: Hauner
Region: Italy » Sicily » Salina
Type: Table Wines

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Eggplant and Green Pepper Kugel

Kugel is traditionally a baked pudding that's made with potato or noodles. This version uses matzo meal and eggplant for a more savory flavor and a heartier texture. Read more »

Donnafugata Tancredi Sicilia IGT
Winery: Donnafugata
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Type: Table Wines

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Montreal Peppered Steak

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Ajello Furat Sicilia IGT
Winery: Ajello
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Type: Table Wines

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Ricotta Gnocchi with Wild Boar Ragu

Chef De Carlo’s recipe for gnocchi is fantastic with the heady Wild Boar Ragu , but is equally delicious with a simple tomato sauce or a sage brown butter sauce . What to buy: While we tested th... Read more »

Oriel Nero d'Avola Sicilia IGT Il Gattopardo
Winery: Oriel
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Type: Table Wines

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Spaghetti Pizza II

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Tenuta Rapitalà Nero d'Avola Sicilia IGT
Winery: Tenuta Rapitala
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Type: Table Wines

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Pork Medallions with Double-Apple Sauce

Half-and-half finishes the sauce of tart green Granny Smith apples and sweet cider, richly mellowing the flavors. If serving wine, chardonnay is a good match for this menu. You can substitute brocc... Read more »

Planeta Nero d'Avola Sicilia IGT Santa Cecilia
Winery: Planeta
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Type: Table Wines

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Grilled Steak with Red Tomato Rice

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Planeta Sicilia Santa Cecilia
Winery: Planeta
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Type: Table Wines

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Cuban Style Marinated Steak

Lively citrus flavors and piquant seasonings combine to create this Cuban influenced marinade for steak. Read more »

Feudo Maccari Saia
Winery: Feudo Maccari
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia
Type: Table Wines

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Grilled Steak Salad with Caper Vinaigrette

Add grilled steak to a bed of watercress and vegetables and toss with a tangy homemade dressing for a hearty main-dish salad. (This recipe is great with leftover beef.) Read more »

Planeta Nero d'Avola Sicilia IGT Santa Cecilia
Winery: Planeta
Region: Italy » Sicily » Sicilia Igt
Type: Table Wines

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Recipe: Rigatoni with Shredded Pork in Mustard Cream Sauce | The Kitchn

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Donnafugata Tancredi Contessa Entellina DOC Rosso
Winery: Donnafugata
Region: Italy » Sicily » Contessa Entellina
Type: Table Wines

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Tuscan Pork Chops

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Varietals Produced in Sicily View all

  • Palomino

    History of the grape: Palomino is split into three types: Palomino Fino, Palomino de Jerez and Palomino Basto. All of...

  • Nero d'Avola

    History of the grape: The name translates to “Black [grape] of Avola,” referring to the town in Sicily where it was f...

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

    “King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...

  • Chardonnay

    British wine writer and critic, Jancis Robinson, once noted that throughout the 80’s and 90’s in the United States, C...

  • Syrah

    The irony here is that Syrah’s origins could give Carmen Sandiego a run for her international wallet. Syrah’s deepest...

  • Merlot

    The Occitanian word “merlot” translates to “young blackbird.” An accurate description for this popular, early-budding...

Subregions of Sicily

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  • Cantine Settesoli

    The vineyards that cover an area of 6500 hectares which are supervised by agronomists, who contro...

  • Feudi Principi Di Butera

    Il Feudo Principi di Butera si estende in provincia di Caltanissetta nelle antiche terre del F...

  • Spadafora, Azienda Agricola

    "Growing one's own grapes and turning them into wine is, by itself, a great satisfaction. When, a...

  • Feudo Montoni

    Today the estate extends for about 73 hectares in the region of Montoni Vecchi (province of Ca...

  • Cantine Sgarzi Luigi

    The family Sgarzi has been growing vines and producing wines for many generations in Castel San P...

  • Arancio Grillo

    Celebrated for its hot sunny climate, historic monuments and rich culinary tradition, Sicily h...

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Sicily on Snooth

  • May 2013

    The geology of the region can  impact the minerality greatly. Mt. Vesuvius ... due to volcanic activity. Sicily's Mt Etna wines the same. They don' t  need time for  root growth of great depths. The same is true of some other wine regions around the world. In alluvial soils it takes much longer to reach bedrock to gain minerality.    It is impo... Read More

    Forum post in the topic Pinot Noir Thread - Domestics...


  • May 2013

    The Giro d'Italia is going full throttle and is just slightly more than ... ... The race started in Sicily this year and headed South toward the toe of Italy and then West to through the heel and Puglia.The first Lucha Vino Giro d'Italia features a Washington Zinfandel taking on a Primitivo from Puglia.Next up the illustrious Foxall is making... Read More

    Forum post in the topic Return of the Giro d' Italia


  • Poggio Anima Nero d'Avola Asmodeus 2010

    May 2013

    Poggio Anima Nero d'Avola Asmodeus 2010

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    Wine review by annecara


  • Cerasuolo Vittoria Classico Cos 2010

    May 2013

    Cerasuolo Vittoria Classico Cos 2010

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    No written review

    Wine review by fwph


  • Baglio del Sole Inzolia Sicilia IGT 2011

    May 2013

    Baglio del Sole Inzolia Sicilia IGT 2011

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    $ 11 . Waxy and lightly smoky on the nose with a nice base of grapefruit, topped with floral and orange oil aromas. Simple, clean and refreshing in the mouth, this shows off light melon flavors framed with citrus and mineral accents. It's almost medium-bodied and easy to drink, with a lovely touch of astringency on the finish that refreshes the... Read More

    Wine review by BRUNOHOEPERS


  • Feudo Maccari Nero d'Avola Sicilia Saia 2005

    April 2013

    Feudo Maccari Nero d'Avola Sicilia Saia 2005

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    No written review

    Wine review by alanb1108


  • Baglio del Sole Inzolia Sicilia IGT 2011

    April 2013

    Baglio del Sole Inzolia Sicilia IGT 2011

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    Waxy and lightly smoky on the nose with a nice base of grapefruit, topped with floral and orange oil aromas. Simple, clean and refreshing in the mouth, this shows off light melon flavors framed with citrus and mineral accents. It's almost medium-bodied and easy to drink, with a lovely touch of astringency on the finish that refreshes the palate.... Read More

    Wine review by Gregory Dal Piaz


  • Donnafugata Mille E Una Notte Contessa Entellina DOC 2006

    April 2013

    Donnafugata Mille E Una Notte Contessa Entellina DOC 2006

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    Prior to drinking the wine was decanted for roughly two hours.In the glass, the wine had had a deep, intense ruby red color. A rich bouquet composed of chocolate, eucalyptus, blackcurrant and blackberry jam. The label listed ABV was 14%. In the mouth, Mille e Una Notte is smooth, dry and warm. Mellow, silky tannins. I tasted pistachio and almond... Read More

    Wine review by vino in love


  • Corvo Nero d'Avola 2010

    April 2013

    Corvo Nero d'Avola 2010

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    Very very harsh. I couldn't drink too much of it. Read More

    Wine review by calywa


  • Santa Anastasia Nero d'Avola 2007

    April 2013

    Santa Anastasia Nero d'Avola 2007

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    Sensually fruity, yet not too sweet, medium-bodied, easy drinking yet resonant red wine that is an outstanding value at @$13. Read More

    Wine review by ladyjane9


  • Apr 24, 2011

    It is beautiful a beautiful Mediterranean island, with very hospitable people, who would do everything to make you feel at home, comfortable, and...well fed! I love Sicily!

    Comment by 511253Cristina Ferrara 511253 Cristina Ferrara


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