Barraco
Biancammare 2024
| Denomination | IGT Terre Siciliane |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 11.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Grillo |
| Aging | Maturation in stainless steel until around March; continues until bottling in the month of March. |
- Origin and variety: Organic Grillo from Marsala, Terre Siciliane IGP, 2024 harvest
- Tasting notes: hints of iodine and brine, mineral freshness and lively acidity
- Vinification process: fermentation in steel with 24-hour skin maceration
- Production method: no added sulphites or minimal quantities, 11.5% vol, 0.75 l bottle
- Pairing suggestions: oysters, raw seafood, shellfish, light starters and ricotta
Description
What kind of wine it is
Biancammare by Barraco is an organic white wine made from Grillo grapes, an authentic expression of the Sicilian lands. On the nose, it offers clear floral and fruity notes, while on the palate it stands out for its pronounced iodised and briny savouriness, accompanied by vibrant acidity. The twenty-four hour skin maceration imparts a pleasant structural softness, outlining an excellent mineral profile that pairs beautifully with oysters, raw seafood and soft cheeses such as ricotta.
Where it comes from
This white wine is produced in Marsala, from vineyards located just thirty metres from the shoreline. The red soils rich in limestone give the sip a deep mineral imprint. The maritime microclimate is characterised by the constant blowing of the Scirocco and Mistral winds over the vines. The connection between the coastal ecosystem, influenced by the presence of Posidonia oceanica, and the proximity to the sea shapes the identity of this wine, a true example of coastal viticulture deeply rooted in its place of origin.
How it is produced
The Grillo grapes, cultivated using the Guyot training system, are harvested at the beginning of August. In the winery, the must ferments in contact with the skins in steel tanks to extract the deepest essence of the fruit. The subsequent maturation in stainless steel continues until March, preserving the agility and aromatic precision of the wine until bottling. A careful vinification method that brings all the energy and freshness of the Sicilian coastline to the glass.
History and Curiosities
Born in Marsala in 2012, Biancammare represents a pioneering interpretation of Grillo with low alcohol content and no added sulphites. Grown just thirty metres from the shore on red limestone soils, the vineyard is constantly caressed by the Scirocco and Mistral winds. Fermentation in steel, with a twenty-four hour skin maceration, extracts a profound soul. Aged in steel until March, this Terre Siciliane IGP proudly celebrates its proximity to the sea, in an ecosystem protected by Posidonia oceanica.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
| Name | Barraco Biancammare 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic still |
| Denomination | Terre Siciliane IGT |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 11.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Grillo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Barraco |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born in Marsala in 2012, Biancammare represents a pioneering interpretation of Grillo with low alcohol content and no added sulphites. Grown just thirty metres from the shore on red limestone soils, the vineyard is constantly caressed by the Scirocco and Mistral winds. Fermentation in steel, with a twenty-four hour skin maceration, extracts a profound soul. Aged in steel until March, this Terre Siciliane IGP proudly celebrates its proximity to the sea, in an ecosystem protected by Posidonia oceanica. |
| Origin | Marsala, Sicily, Italy |
| Climate | Costa marina siciliana influenzata dai venti Scirocco (sud-est) e Maestrale (nord-ovest), con protezione della posidonia oceanica. |
| Soil composition | Red soils with limestone |
| Harvest | First weeks of August |
| Production technique | Fermentation in stainless steel with 24-hour skin maceration |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel with 24-hour skin maceration. |
| Aging | Maturation in stainless steel until around March; continues until bottling in the month of March. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |