Baglio Gibellina, Sogno del Sud Organic Grillo, IGT, Sicily, Italy, 2024

Producer Profile

The ancient and largely unchanged land of Sicily is truly reflected in the wines of Baglio Gibellina.

‘Baglio’ refers to the property’s original internal courtyard, surrounded by a series of old warehouses that were once used for the collection and processing of grapes. Dominating its valley location, the property is flanked by the hills of Salemi and Santa Ninfa in a landscape marked by rolling vineyards punctuated by clusters of broom and prickly pear. The old vines are planted between 300 and 600m above sea level on a mixture of clay and volcanic soils, resulting in wines that encapsulate ancient family traditions, with authenticity, immense charm and an easy drinking appeal.

Viticulture

The vineyards are located on the hills with clay soil. The vines are cultivated with the espallier system and the pruning is Guyot.

Winemaking

The grapes are harvested by hand in the end of August and 1st week of September, and are vinified in small stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 15°C. The maturation occurs in small stainless steel tanks with battonage for the first month of refining.

Tasting Note

This delightful wine is straw yellow in colour. An intense but pleasant nose with notes of exotic fruit and spice. Fresh and soft on the palate, well balanced with a persistent aftertaste.

Food Matching

Fish dishes, such as smoked salmon, tuna and swordfish, and spicy white meats.