Florio

Marsala DOC Superiore Dolce 50cl - Oltre Cento - Florio

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Format: 50 cl

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Producer Florio
Type Fortified wine
Aromatic profile Sweet, notes of almond, honey, dried fruit
Ingredients Zibibbo grape, alcohol, sugar
Format 50 cl
Gradation 18.0%
Type of cask Oak barrels
Aging Minimum 2 years
Variety Zibibbo
Color Golden amber
Consumption Excellent as dessert or with dry sweets
Marsala DOC Superiore Dolce 50cl - Oltre Cento - Florio embodies the essence of Sicilian tradition. Originating from the Marsala region, where the Mediterranean climate and sea breeze contribute to unique ripenings, this wine primarily uses native grape varieties such as Grillo, Catarratto, and Inzolia. The aging method involves long maturation in wooden barrels, which gives the wine structure and complexity, while the sweetness is balanced by an intense and enveloping aroma. In the glass, it presents a bright amber color and aromas ranging from candied fruit to notes of honey and sweet spices, accompanied by a soft and persistent aftertaste. Perfect as a meditation wine or to accompany desserts and aged cheeses, this Marsala Dolce tells the story of the richness of the territory and the ancient art of island winemaking.
Producer

Florio

Producer

Discover the spirits, production style and story of Florio.

Cantine Florio is a historic producer of Marsala and liqueurs based in Marsala (TP), founded by Vincenzo Florio in the 19th century. The range includes numerous expressions of Marsala DOC (Vergine, Superiore, Riserva) and liqueurs such as Amaro della Compagnia; the historic tuff‑floored cellars and oak barriques characterize the ageing.
Marsala DOC fortified wines and historic reserves amari and herbal liqueurs ageing/finishing services for spirits
Country Italy
Region Sicily
Founded 1833

Ageing

Ageing in oak casks with durations differentiated by category (e.g. Marsala Vergine at least 5 years, Vergine Riserva at least 10; Superiore at least 2 years, Superiore Riserva at least 4). Amaro della Compagnia is aged in wood for at least 18 months. The different climate‑conditioned naves on tuff floors influence organoleptic development.

Raw materials

grapes (local varieties, particularly Grillo) herbs roots citrus peels spices

Representative products

Amaro della Compagnia 70cl - Florio Marsala DOC 375ml - Superiore Riserva Dolce 1939 - Florio Marsala DOC 375ml - Superiore Riserva Secco 1944 - Florio Marsala DOC 375ml - Superiore Riserva Vergine 1963 - Florio Marsala DOC 50cl Superiore Riserva Semi Secco - Donna Franca - Florio Marsala DOC 50cl Vergine Riserva - Baglio Florio - Florio Marsala DOC 75cl - Superiore Riserva Dolce 1994 - Florio Marsala DOC 75cl - Superiore Riserva Secco - Florio Marsala DOC 75cl - Superiore Riserva Secco 2000 - Florio Marsala DOC 75cl - Superiore Riserva Semi Secco - Florio

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