Grillo "ASTOLFO" DOC BIO Assuli
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2024 |
| 4 Grappoli AIS |
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| 3 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2018 |
| Winery | Assuli |
| Denomination | Grillo Doc |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grapes | 100% Grillo |
| Organic | Yes |
| Alcohol content | 13,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | TP 7425 |
| Winery headquarter | Assuli - Mazara Del Vallo (TP) - Contrada Carcitella |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Steamed fish Hors d'oeuvres, Warm fish appetizers, Tartare-fish carpaccio, Oysters, Fresh cheese, Mussels, Spaghetti with clams, Vegetables in batter, Spaghetti with sea urchins |
| Region | Sicily (Italy) |
| Style | Light and fresh |
| Wine list | Grillo |
Grillo "Astolfo" Igt Terre Siciliane is a Sicilian white wine produced by the Assuli company located in the Trapani countryside in Mazzara del Vallo. The name Taya remembers a little territory protected by the Alliata family where the Grillo grapes, conteined in this wine, are farmed. This wine grapes are 100% Grillo picked at the end of August. The temperature of the fermentation is controled and it takes place half in steel and half in not toated oak barrels. Follows 3 months in “Sur Lies” barrels and at least 3-4 months in bottle.
Characteristics of the Grillo Terre Siciliane wine
Esthetically is bright straw yellow with some green reflections. The scent is fruity with evident tropical fruit and citron flavors. The taste is fresh, sapid and coherent with the smell sensations.
Suggestions for the Grillo Terre Siciliane wine
It has to be served in a medium width globet at 8-10°C It is perfect to be drunk with fish starters, shellfish and fresh cheese.
