Sicilian Sparkling Wines Are Having a Moment – 7 Wines to Sip Now
Sicilian Sparkling Wines Are Having a Moment – 7 Wines to Sip Now Helen June 7, 2025 Can you hear that? It’s the pop of corks – and not just any bubbles… we’re talking Sicilian Sparkling Wine! While Sicily might not be the first place that comes to mind for bubbly, the island is […]
Sicily’s rich wine scene: 3 Alcamo Boutique Wineries to Watch
There is only one word to describe Sicily’s wine scene and that is exciting. This is a passionate and ancient winemaking region, famous for elegant, dark reds and refreshing whites that often offer incredible value. Aside from the easy-going wines, Sicily is also a hotbed for organic, biodynamic, and natural wines. Thanks to […]
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 […]
The Curto family farm since 1670 in Ispica, Val di Noto, southern Sicily
Azienda Agricola Curto, winemakers since 1670. Today, the legacy flourishes under the inspiring leadership of Francesca Curto, a Woman of Wine who embodies the soul of Sicily with hospitality, radiance, and endless energy.
With a vision focused on sustainable practices, Francesca nurtures the vines, ensuring they thrive even in challenging times, leaving a lasting imprint of her family’s legacy in every bottle.
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…
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 […]
“I had been searching for distinct volcanic vineyards to make fine wine and I found no better place than Etna!”
In the winery, fermentations are spontaneous, with minimal intervention and meticulous care for a healthy environment. For refinement and aging, experimentation with the various aging containers is used: including fiberglass, Tuscan amphora, concrete, ceramic, and barriques.
” Is Mount Etna Italy’s hottest wine region? “
It has been a while (few weeks) since the last time I visited a winery on Etna, and my joy knew no bounds when the long-awaited visit began with Ayunta wines because if you haven’t tried them, you are missing something special.