Wine in Sicily

Many visitors fall in love with Sicilian wine during their holiday. A glass of a local vintage as the sun goes down over the sea is a wonderful way to spend the evening. Wine has been growing on the island for centuries, if not millennia. In recent years there has been a wine-growing boom, with wineries modernising and creating some truly fabulous wines. Make sure to try the wines during your time in Sicily!

Wine Areas

Sicily has wine-growing areas all over, ranging from mountain slopes to fertile plains. It is great to visit some of these areas during your time in Sicily.

Mount Etna

The fertile slopes of Mount Etna create the perfect conditions for wine production. There are many wineries here, creating wonderful wines.

Marsala

West Sicily has a strong wine heritage. Marsala is the most famous wine-producing area in the region, producing its eponymous fortified wine.

Menfi

The south-facing gentle slopes near Menfi with sea breezes are so picturesque and are wonderful for producing great, flavourful wines.

Vittoria

In Sicily's deep south complex and robust red wines are produced. The sunny climes are perfect for creating deep ruby-red vintages.

Alcamo

Some of the best white wines in Sicily are produced near Alcamo, in north Sicily.

Sicilian Grapes

There are several indigenous grape varieties in Sicily that are often unknown to visitors. Try them during your holiday in Sicily!

Catarratto

Floral, citrusy and green wines are created using this indigenous grapes. Ideal for an aperitivo.

Nero d'Avola

A grape that flourishes in Sicily, producing ruby-red wines, with fruit flavours and hints of spice.

Inzolia

Creates fresh white wines with a pleasing mineral finish. Light fruit aromas and a well balanced finish.

Perricone

Velvety red wines with a fresh, mineral finish. Spice, fruit and herbal aromas and ripe flavours abound!

Grillo

An elegant grape that makes well structured and almost savoury white wines.

Frappato

A light-bodied red wine, with fruity overtones predominantly hailing from Sicily's south.

Zibibbo

A local grape used for making sweet wine. Similar to Muscat creating a delightfully sweet local wine.

Nerello Mascalese

Grown on the slopes of Mount Etna, Nerello Mascalese creates fruity, ruby-red wines with a hint of spice and a pleasing tannic finish.

Malvasia

Famously grown on Lipari, this grape produces wonderful dry white wine but is more famous for its sweet wine that goes perfectly with desserts.

Wine Styles

Sicily offers a broad range of wine styles, with many variations there within. You're sure to find a wine that will become your new favourite whilst in Sicily!

White Wine

A glass of cool white wine on a sunny day is a real treat. The best white wines come from the northern coast near Alcamo.

Red Wine

Deep, robust red wines are simply glorious. They are a mainstay at the Sicilian table. The perfect way to end a great day in Sicily.

Sparkling Wine

There are some superb examples of sparkling wine in Sicily. Ideal for an aperitivo or a celebration!

Dessert Wine

Sweet, dessert wines are popular in Sicily, and are usually made from the Zibibbo grape. Great examples come from Pantelleria.

Fortified Wine

Similar to Sherry and Madeira, Marsala is the most famous fortified wine from Sicily. Dry or sweet varieties exist, all delicious!

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