Firriato

Passito Terre Siciliane IGT - L'ecru - 50cl - Firriato 2022

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Producer Firriato
Name Terre Siciliane IGT
Variety Zibibbo
Vintage 2022
Gradation 13.0%
Format 50 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of dried fruit, honey, apricot, spices
Vinification method Grapes dried on racks
Region Sicily
Country Italy
Type Passito
Aging In wooden barrels for several months
Type of cask Wooden barrels
Color Golden amber
Serving temperature 12-14°C
Recommended consumption Immediately or within 5 years
Pairing Sweets, blue cheeses, dried fruit-based desserts
L'Ècru Passito Terre Siciliane IGT della cantina Firriato è un vino dolce che incarna l'essenza della tradizione vinicola siciliana. Prodotto utilizzando uve selezionate di Zibibbo e Malvasia, questo passito è una vera e propria delizia per i sensi, capace di stupire anche i palati più esigenti.

Il suo colore dorato, con riflessi ambrati, anticipa la ricchezza aromatica che si sprigiona al primo assaggio. Al naso, L'Ècru offre un bouquet complesso e avvolgente, caratterizzato da note di albicocca matura, fichi secchi e miele di zagara, insieme a sentori più sottili di spezie dolci e mandorle tostate.

In bocca, questo passito si distingue per la sua consistenza vellutata e la sua dolcezza equilibrata da una vivace acidità. Le note aromatiche percepite al naso si ritrovano nel palato, esaltate dalla persistenza del gusto che lascia un finale lungo e aromaticamente complesso.

È un vino versatile, ideale per accompagnare dolci a base di frutta secca, formaggi erborinati o come raffinata meditazione dopo i pasti. L'Ècru di Firriato, con il suo equilibrio perfetto e la sua eleganza intrinseca, rappresenta una delle eccellenze vinicole della Sicilia, un viaggio sensoriale che racconta la ricca storia enologica dell'isola.
The winery

Firriato – Winery in Sicilia

Discover the story and wines of Firriato.

Sicilian winery that showcases the island's terroirs through several estates in Trapani, on Mount Etna and Favignana, with a strong focus on indigenous grape varieties and sustainability.
Region: Sicilia
Country: Italia
Grapes: Catarratto, Inzolia (Ansonica), Grillo, Carricante, Nero d'Avola, Perricone, Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Frappato, Zibibbo, Minnella
Present across several estates that interpret three distinct terroirs: Agro di Trapani, Etna and Favignana. Declared vineyard management under certified organic farming. Public commitment to carbon neutrality and environmental sustainability projects. Strong focus on Sicilian indigenous grape varieties and on winemaking that highlights the sense of place. Hospitality and wine resort offerings.
Winery history
Founded as a family project by Salvatore Di Gaetano in the 1980s, Firriato has grown by expanding its presence across multiple estates in Sicily and bringing the island’s wines to international markets. The family has remained actively involved in technical supervision and brand development, over time establishing estates dedicated to production, ampelographic research and hospitality.
Production philosophy
The winery pursues an approach focused on respect for the land: careful selection of soils, promotion of local grape varieties and sustainability-focused agricultural management. Firriato declares the conversion of its vineyards to organic farming and has undertaken initiatives to offset and reduce the company's climate footprint.
Terroir and vineyards
The company's holdings are distributed across several estates that represent different terroirs: the hills of the Agro Trapanese, the slopes of Mount Etna and the maritime viticulture of the island of Favignana. The individual estates mentioned in the sources include Baglio Sorìa, Borgo Guarini, Dàgala Borromeo, Pianoro Cuddìa, Giudeo, Cavanera Etnea and Tenuta di Calamoni in Favignana.
Awards and recognitions
Recognition for sustainability — including a Gambero Rosso award for sustainable viticulture — as well as mentions and participation in events and evaluations by international critics.

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