Sicily, once considered as the heart of Mediterranean civilization, is now a land filled with vines and olive trees. According to a legend, the vine sprouted, for the very first time, in this region and their ‘nectar’ was given to men by the gods to alleviate their hardships and delight their senses. Today, Sicily boasts an astonishing number of grape varieties that are excepional in quality and are appreciated throughout the world. Wines such as Nero d'Avola, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Nerello Mascalese and Inzolia have become extremely popular, both in Italy and abroad. Chardonnay, Cabernet, Syrah, and Merlot are among the most widely planted varieties that achieve the most successful results. Nero d'Avola has now earned an international reputation as the region’s high-end red wine grape.
