Zisola (Mazzei)
Grillo Sicilia Azisa 2024
| Denomination | DOC Sicilia Grillo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Sicily (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 85% Grillo, 15% Catarratto Bianco Comune |
| Aging | Short maturation and stabilisation in stainless steel and glass |
- Blend and origin: Sicilia DOC from Grillo (85%) and Catarratto (15%), Noto area
- Aromas and palate: notes of bergamot, orange blossom and thyme; dry, fresh, savoury flavour with an almond finish
- Vinification: hand-picked, fermented at 15°C, brief ageing in steel and glass
- Recommended pairings: seafood pasta dishes, grilled fish, vegetarian dishes, sweet and sour vegetables
- Serving and storage: still wine served at 10-12°C, can be aged for 3-5 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Azisa Zisola is an organic white wine produced by Mazzei in Sicily. The result of a harmonious blend of Grillo and Catarratto grapes, this still wine stands out for its sunny and distinctly Mediterranean character. The precise winemaking process enhances its citrusy aromatic profile, offering a fresh and lively sip that finishes with a pleasant and typical almond note on the finish.
Where it comes from
This wine is born in south-eastern Sicily, in the Noto area, within the renowned Zisola estate. The vineyards, cultivated using the traditional bush-trained system, grow on medium-textured limestone soils. The proximity to the coast ensures constant sea breezes that temper the summer heat, favouring the perfect ripening of the grapes and imparting a fine and dry mineral sensation on the palate.
How it is produced
Production begins with a rigorous staggered manual harvest, picking the Grillo first and then the Catarratto. Low-temperature fermentation preserves the primary aromas of the must, ensuring maximum fruit purity. After a brief rest exclusively in steel to maintain its original freshness, the glass releases intense bergamot aromas, orange blossom, lily and thyme, confirming a savoury tasting experience in perfect harmony with the olfactory sensations.
History and Curiosities
The name Azisa means “splendid” and evokes the radiant character of this organic white wine. Produced near Noto at the Zisola estate, founded in 2003, this wine embodies a captivating Mediterranean soul. This Sicilia DOC is crafted by the Mazzei family, who bring their oenological expertise and continue a centuries-old tradition spanning twenty-five generations, in a unique story that began back in 1435.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
03 - 05 years
- Start up year: 2003
- Oenologist: Gionata Pulignani
- Bottles produced: 150.000
- Hectares: 24
A property of 50 hectares, the area extends around the 3 buildings "bagli" of the estate, of which the main one enjoys a wonderful view over Noto and the surrounding "gardens" cultivated with vineyards, citrus trees, olives, and almonds. Here a small but efficient winery is provided with stainless steel vats with temperature control for winemaking and about 350 oak barrels for fining the wines. Read more
| Name | Mazzei Zisola Grillo Sicilia Azisa 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic still |
| Denomination | Sicilia DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 85% Grillo, 15% Catarratto Bianco Comune |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sicily |
| Vendor | Zisola (Mazzei) |
| Story | History and Curiosities The name Azisa means "splendid" and evokes the radiant character of this organic white wine. Produced near Noto at the Zisola estate, founded in 2003, this wine embodies a captivating Mediterranean soul. This Sicilia DOC is crafted by the Mazzei family, who bring their oenological expertise and continue a centuries-old tradition spanning twenty-five generations, in a unique story that began back in 1435. |
| Origin | Noto (province of Syracuse), Sicily |
| Climate | Mediterranean climate with marine influence (coastal sea breezes) |
| Soil composition | Medium-textured, predominantly calcareous |
| Cultivation system | Alberello |
| Plants per hectare | 5500 |
| Harvest | Between late August and mid-September (late summer/early autumn) |
| Fermentation temperature | 15 °C |
| Production technique | Vendemmia manuale; fermentazione a bassa temperatura controllata (15 °C); breve maturazione e stabilizzazione in acciaio inox e in vetro |
| Wine making | Manual harvest (Grillo from 23 August, Catarratto from 13 September); fermentation at a controlled low temperature (15°C); brief maturation and stabilisation in stainless steel and glass. |
| Aging | Short maturation and stabilisation in stainless steel and glass |
| Total acidity | 5.75 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |