Features
Name:
Marsala Superiore Dolce DOC 5 years
Terrain:
medium mixture
Cellar
Curatolo Arini is the oldest producer of Marsala in Sicily, since 1875, and is still run by the founder's descendants. Grillo, Catarratto and Inzolia grow in the coastal region of Marsala. The sun, heat and constant winds that mitigate temperatures by drying the night humidity brought by the sea together with the generosity of the red soils make this terroir the ideal place to cultivate these typical island varieties characterised by strong notes, richness in aroma and sugar
Description
Made from indigenous Grillo, Cataratto and Inzolia grapes, DOC white wine, alchol and cooked must are combined according to the same old family recipe, and patiently aged in Slavonian oak barrels for 5 years. Garibaldi's favourite marsala, hence also known as 'Garibaldi Dolce'.
Organoleptic characteristics:
Amber colour. Hints of dried fruit and sultanas stand out on the nose. On the palate, the aromas of almonds and figs are strong, persistent but not cloying with a honey finish.
Storage time:
over 5 years
Vinification
Destemming and roller crushing. Maceration and fermentation at a controlled temperature of 25 - 28 C° in stainless steel for about 14 days to transform all sugars into alcohol and to optimally extract polyphenols, which are important for the ageing phase. Wine alcohol is added until the minimum alcohol content of 18 degrees is reached, as well as mistelle and cooked must.
Acknowledgements
Antonio Galloni 91/100
Luca Maroni 91/100
