SICILY
Culture, art, food, wine and breathtaking scenery are what this amazing Sicilian adventure promises to deliver, providing unforgettable memories and experiences that will last a lifetime.
Wine and food from each corner of the island, with its unique terroir and climate, is a testament to the cultures that inhabited it centuries past, leaving their footprint, enriching Sicily’s collective culture and a perfect vehicle to experience such oenogastronomic legacy.
The route we have outlined, will take you to explore the important DOC wine zone of Vittoria, the DOCG zone Cerasuolo di Vittoria and the Contea di Scaflani DOC zone.
Mt. Etna, will afford a unique opportunity to witness first-hand the landscape and surroundings molded by millennia of eruptions, perfect for cultivating grape varietals such as Carricante, Nerello Cappuccio and Nerello Mascalese. The Island of Pantelleria with it's Moscato Passito and the Island of Lipari’s PassIto from Malvasia grapes, will be a sweet and fitting end to this succulent journey. Through in-depth, seminars you will learn about the characteristics of the soil, details and properties of the main grape varietals and about the art of winemaking. Wine tasting methodology, proper serving techniques and food pairing will all be part of the indoctrination with many opportunities to test your newly acquired knowledge.
Additional Activities to Enhance Your Sicilian Wine Experience
Meals served at the wine estates or exquisite local restaurants, perfectly paired with and in the company of the vintners
Cooking classes focused on the rich and varied gastronomy and in perfect harmony with the local wines.
Opportunities to include other Sicily destinations.