Fiano Lunate IGT Sicilia 2022

Country
Italy
Region
Sicily
Producer
Casa Vinicola Botter spa
Grape(s)
Fiano (100%)
Type
White
Style
Fruity
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
13%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

Volcanic soils and a maritime influence combine to impart a distinct elegance and mineral character upon the island`s wines. Notable for its range of local varieties with Nero d`Avola and Nerello Mascalese making reliable, fleshy red wines, whilst Catarratto, Grillo and Inzolia yield surprisingly well balanced and flavourful white wines. You will also find the more recognised grapes of Syrah and Chardonnay performing really well in this warm Mediterranean climate. However, it is the uniquely rich and mineral influenced dessert wines that are perhaps Sicily`s greatest contribution to the wine world, from Marsala to Moscato di Pantelleria and Malvasia.

Producer

The company was born as a retailer in 1928 in the Veneto region for sales of wines in casks and demi-johns to restaurants and small retailers. The company is now run by the third generation and from their roots in Veneto they now have a portfolio of wines produced in some of Italy’s finest regions. Botter pride themselves on their focus of sustainability, going beyond reducing emissions, production of waste and non-renewable energy usage and taking a responsible approach for the whole production chain.
Tasting Notes
Fiano is a fairly strong flavoured white wine grape native to the south of Italy, particularly in around Avellino in the Campania region, and has been in cultivation for more than two thousand years. The grape is relatively low in yield and produces wines that are light straw yellow in colour with an aromatic bouquet. On the palate it is crisp and fresh with stone fruit flavours and is complimented by a refreshing acidity making this wine beautifully balanced.
Food
Great as an aperitif, this wine goes well with fish dishes, summer salads and pan fried pork with apple.