Inzolia and Sicily, the identification of a terroir

Chiaramonte

IGT Terre Siciliane

Inzolia

For a long time Inzolia has been the supporting column behind Sicilian oenology. Grateful for this glorious past the Di Gaetano family interprets the history of this vine in the fertile soils of Dàgala Borromeo, where the interaction of the terroir and microclimate give surprising results. The heroes of Firriato, who as ever guard the authenticity of the native varieties, preserve it with care and attention. The soil and climate conditions that are found in the land of the Trapani countryside, with a high different in temperature between day and night, are ideal for bringing out the best of its semi-aromatic nature, which is enhanced in the glass through strict, modern vinification. Today Chiaramonte Inzolia, with its freshness and minerality, is considered one of the best single varietal representations of this variety.

For a long time Inzolia has been the supporting column behind Sicilian oenology. Grateful for this glorious past the Di Gaetano family interprets the history of this vine in the fertile soils of Dàgala Borromeo, where the interaction of the terroir and microclimate give surprising results.


  • Appellation: IGT Terre Siciliane
  • Vine:  Inzolia
  • Terroir: hilly
  • Soil: mid-mixture, mostly clayey
  • Exposure: south-west (310 mt. a.s.l)
SENSORIAL PROFILE & WINEMAKING
SENSORIAL PROFILE & WINEMAKING

Production Area

Dagala Borromeo

Dàgala Borromeo contains about 40 hectares of vineyards, situated at 90 metres above sea level. The soil and climate conditions of this wine-producing area are characterised by extremely fertile sandy loam soils that are very deep and well structured, but relatively poor in mineral elements.

Chiaramonte Inzolia

Freshness and a respect for age-old history

The Chiaramonte family reached Sicily in the 14th century after the Norman era. Attracted by the beauty of the island they settled there and performed important tasks in the service of King Peter II of Sicily and King Louis of Sicily. Today, their august name has been revived and bestowed on a label that fully represents Firriato’s production philosophy of enhancing native vine varieties. Chiaramonte Bianco is an Inzolia that is strictly vinified as a single varietal, in line with the splendour of this noble lineage

CHIARAMONTE INZOLIA

The characteristics of vintages

CHIARAMONTE INZOLIA

Awards

Paired with

Bulgar Wheat with Mixed Vegetables

Gather the vegetables together: celery, carrots, potatoes and spring onion and “brunoise” dice. Cut the tomato in half. Place the cut vegetables in a casserole dish and add water. Cook over a low heat to create fragrant vegetable stock.

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