Sicily's workhorse white reborn
Catarratto
Sicily's most-planted white grape, shedding its bulk-wine past for fresh, characterful Mediterranean whites.
The Grape
Catarratto is the most widely planted white grape in Sicily. Long destined for bulk wine and Marsala, it is increasingly vinified with care to give fresh, medium-bodied whites with citrus, white peach, and a gentle herbal-saline character.
History & Origins
For decades Catarratto was valued for volume rather than quality, feeding the Marsala trade and distilleries. The modern Sicilian quality movement has rediscovered old-vine parcels capable of genuine character.
Flavour Profile
Fresh, citrusy, and lightly herbal.
Modern Sicilian White
Lemon, white peach, fennel, almond, sea breeze
Medium-bodied and crisp, with orchard and citrus fruit, a savoury herbal note, and a clean saline finish from sun-baked Sicilian soils.
What to Pair It With
Easy and food-friendly, Catarratto suits everyday Mediterranean fare.
Fried Seafood
Crisp acidity refreshes the palate against fritto misto.
Vegetable Antipasti
Herbal notes flatter grilled and marinated vegetables.
Light Pasta Dishes
A versatile partner for simple seafood and vegetable pastas.
Where the Best Comes From
Catarratto is grown across western Sicily.
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