The Ribeca 2020 represents the pinnacle of Firriato’s long-standing work on Perricone, a heritage grape variety of the Sicilian tradition. Grown in the Trapani countryside, where dry and breezy conditions enhance the aromatic concentration of the grapes, this black-skinned variety finds in this terroir the ideal environment to fully express its character. The resulting wine stands out for its depth and elegance, offering a complex bouquet of ripe black fruits and sweet spices, supported by fine, velvety tannins that highlight its balance and longevity.

The Gaudensius Blanc de Noir, on the other hand, embodies Firriato’s most refined and experimental spirit. It is one of the five distinct interpretations within the Gaudensius Project, devoted to celebrating the art of high-altitude sparkling wine production on Mount Etna. Made from Nerello Mascalese grapes vinified in white at the Cavanera Etnea Estate, housed in a beautifully restored 17th-century baglio, this Metodo Classico sparkling wine epitomizes the perfect harmony between volcanic soils and mountain climate. It is distinguished by its fine and persistent perlage, golden reflections, and a balanced sensory profile, where freshness, minerality, and aromatic complexity merge into an expression of pure elegance and technical precision.

With the Corona Award bestowed upon Ribeca 2020 and Gaudensius Blanc de Noir, Firriato reaffirms its commitment to the enhancement of Sicily’s viticultural heritage and to the creation of authentic wines that seamlessly combine technical rigor, territorial identity, and contemporary vision.