Marsala, Trapani
Founded in 1880, the Pellegrino family farms stretch for more than 300 hectares across many kinds of soil and microclimates. More than three hundred growers supply Pellegrino with grapes grown across the island. Carlo Pellegrino has invested substantial resources and is actively promoting the revival of production of its famous Moscatos and raisin wines.
Produced on the slopes of the volcano Etna, this red wine is best served with pasta, grilled meat and game. From the Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio grape varieties, you are embraced by hints of red fruits and spices.
Dark Amber in colour, this wine is more like a tawny port in character and reputed to be Garibaldi’s favourite wine. It’s sweetish in style, full and richly flavoured with hints of caramel and raisins. Its soft and sweet. This wine makes a classic after dinner drink.
Deliciously complex wine with a dry finish. The perfect wine for conversation or with sweet dishes.
This Marsala is an excellent example of Marsala, a fortified wine traditionally produced around the Sicilian city of the same name. It was immensely popular in England in the late 17th century (thanks to the efforts of English trader John Woodhouse), but gradually lost followers until a resurgence in popularity during the last five years. Produced via the 'in perpetuum' process – much like the solera system used to make sherry – Marsala attained DOC status in 1969. The Ambra in it's title refers to it's wonderful rich amber color and the Superior riserva, is a guarantee that it has been aged for at least four years.
