Let's talk about Sicilian wines as gifts : now that the 2022 harvest has come to life, connoisseurs and others will not be taken by the desire to taste the best labels. And, not to boast, but on the island there are excellent wines to sell thanks to the best Sicilian wineries present among Donnafugata, Florio, Pellegrino (just to name a few).
The harvest is much more than a simple operation aimed at the production of wine. It is a long-awaited moment of sharing, experienced by Sicilian families with great expectation and marked by those traditions that have endured over the years. What wines are there in Sicily ? Before moving on to our advice on the best gifts to give to friends, relatives, employees and employers, why not, a brief mention of those who have been awarded during 2022 by Gambero Rosso.
Best Sicilian wines 2022
What are the best Sicilian wines ? Every year Gambero Rosso assigns a particular recognition to Italian wines. The coveted prize is called “tre Bicchieri”. Those that were attributed in 2022 by the company specializing in food and wine were 26, here is the list that could be useful for next Christmas.
- County of Sclafani Rosso Riserva del Conte 2016 – Tasca d'Almerita
- Contrada R 2019 – Passopisciaro
- Etna Bianco A' Puddara 2019 – Fessina Estate
- Etna Bianco Alta Mora 2020 – Alta Mora
- Etna Bianco Anthemis 2019 – Monteleone
- Etna Bianco Arcuria 2019 – Graci
- Etna Bianco Cavanera Ripa di Scorciavacca 2020 – Firriato
- Etna Bianco Nerina 2020 – Russian
- Etna Bianco Pietrarizzo 2020 – Tornatore
- Etna Bianco Sup. Contrada Rinazzo 2019 – Benanti
- Etna Rosso Barbagalli 2018 – Pietradolce
- Etna Rosso Croceferro 2019 – Alessandro Generation
- Etna Rosso Lenza di Munti 720 slm 2018 – Nicosia
- Etna Rosso Vico Prephylloxera 2018 – Wood
- Etna Red Zottorinoto Res. 2017 – Cottanera
- Lighthouse 2018 – Bonavita
- Faro 2019 – Casemates
- Eye of Terra Malvasia 2020 – Caravaglio
- Passito di Pantelleria Ben Ryé 2018 – Donnafugata
- Salealto Estate Ficuzza 2019 – Cusumano
- Santannella Mandrarossa 2020 – Settesoli
- Sicily Nero d'Avola Saia 2019 - Feudo Maccari
- Sicily Nero d'Avola Versace 2019 – Feudi del Pisciotto
- Sicily Perricone Furioso 2018 – Assuli
- Sicily Syrah Kaid 2019 – Alessandro di Camporeale
- Zhabib Passito 2020 – Hibiscus
5 Sicilian wines to give away
Let's get to the heart of our advice ahead of Christmas 2022. If you're starting to think about your gifts (no, we don't feel like we're running too fast) we suggest 5 products that could do for you. To each his own wine!
Centare Nero d'Avola Pellegrino
Among the fine red Sicilian wines , don't mind if we keep mentioning it, there is Nero D'avola . Particularly fruity, spicy and deep, it is the ideal accompaniment for meat-based menus of Sicilian cuisine. In addition to grilled meat, you can serve it with game, aged cheeses and the long-awaited mushroom-based dishes. On Siciliyaddict, among others, you can find the Cent'are Nero d'Avola from the Pellegrino cellars , ideal for making an excellent impression with the recipient on duty.
Merlot Prince of Corleone
It is another red that is worth exploring. Merlot Principe di Corleone is characterized by its intense ruby red colour. Its floral notes are warm, the scent is reminiscent of wild berries. It is a wine of great personality that is dry and round on the palate. So much so that it goes perfectly with the rich first courses of Sicilian cuisine, aged cheeses and of course meat and game.
Santagostino Firriato Sicily DOC
It belongs to the category of Sicilian DOC wines and is one of the best whites of this land. The Sant'Agostino Firriato Sicilia Doc is a highly prestigious white, a blend of Catarratto and Chardonnay which give it floral and fruity notes and whose bouquet makes it a wine of great character, but at the same time sophisticated enough to complete the menu very well more or less sophisticated fish dishes. It is particularly recommended with seafood.
Passito or Moscato
To those who ask what Sicilian sweet wine is called , we answer that it is impossible to give a single answer. Among the major exponents of this category are passito and moscato (without forgetting, of course, zibibbo and malvasia). Let's say that in terms of Sicilian sweet wines , the island does not miss anything. These are perfect wines to accompany dessert at the end of a meal (usually cantucci or similar biscuits are dipped in them) and for many they represent a cuddle to sip in moments of relaxation.
Pellegrino Marsala FINE SEMI-DRY
More than a wine it belongs to the Vermouth category, but we suggest it because finding it in a Christmas basket can only be a reason for joy for those who receive it. In addition to being indicated to accompany desserts, in particular small pastries , it is widely used in the kitchen as an ingredient capable of making a difference in many recipes.
Sicilian wines online
A wide selection of Sicilian wines online can be found naturally on Sicilyaddict. Red and white wines as well as sweet and liqueur wines perfect for making convivial moments much more pleasant. Take a tour of the site to find the one that best suits your tastes or needs.
