Wines

White wine from the volcanic region of Etna in Sicily, from the ancient Carricante grape. The stay of three months on the lees gives a delicious wine with a bold style, with fresh aromas of white fruits and herbs. Rich in the mouth with lively acidity, fresh and salty, mineral that lingers through the finish. Distinct volcanic minerality, salinity and lemon notes bring a seaside vibe supported by a remarkable concentration. Food wine, culinary, goes great with seafood and fish, grilled, boiled or even better over pasta.

The term Scalunera, in Sicilian means ladder, and refers to the terraced vineyards located on the steep slopes of Mount Etna, which have been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Harvesting is done manually. And it gives us wine with a salmon color, characteristic of Nerello Mascalese grapes. Expressive nose of small red fruits with subtle notes reminiscent of ripe peaches and passion fruit. On the palate it is fresh, with a medium body and a long mineral aftertaste. Versatile at the table, it accompanies seafood appetizers, tuna tartare, pasta such as amatriciana and light barbecue.

Cauru Etna Rosso has a dark red color and is produced from the Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio varieties. It is fragrant with dominant aromas of raspberry, cherries, violets, dates, cedar notes and flowers on the nose. In the mouth it has a medium body with firm tannins and the palate shows volcanic freshness with cherry jam, citrus and pomegranate. The aftertaste is long and lively gathering the energy of Etna. Enjoy it with grilled tuna, roast duck or turkey as well as vegetarian dishes based on wild mushrooms, aubergines or medium-aged cheeses.

The grape is left to ripen on the vine. After a short maceration, follows, fermentation and aging for 6 months in barrels. As a result, we have a wine with a bright red color, bouquet of ripe red fruits, black cherry jam and a hint of vanilla and chocolate. On the palate it is full and round, dominated by velvety tannins. Ideal with meats, game and aged cheeses.

The golden yellow color of Varvaglione Primadonna Chardonnay is a sign that the wine has passed through a barrel. Rich and aromatic notes of pineapple, croissant with almond cream filling, lemon zest and green apple on the nose, full and harmonious taste, with really good and balanced acidity that prepares the palate for a long and pleasant aftertaste are the characteristics of this wine. Pair it with grilled chicken, brisket with white sauce, shellfish and all the great fatty fish dishes.

Light pink color. Small red fruits such as strawberry and cherry are distinct on the nose. On the palate it has a nice spicy note. Accompany seafood dishes such as prawns and crabs, fish, white meats and cheeses.

Red wine aged for 6 months in large barrels. It has a bright red color. The nose reveals ripe red fruits, spices and a balsamic note. In the mouth it has a full body and mature tannins dominate. Aromas the same as the nose with great intensity and persistence. Enjoy it with focaccia, panzerotti stuffed with tomato, mozzarella and prosciutto and pork chops in sauce.

Varvaglione Tatu is a very interesting wine from Southern Italy that, in addition to the Primitivo variety, also has 10% Aglianico. Dark red color with violet notes, aromas of ripe red fruits such as blackberries and blueberries, pleasant aromatic notes of potpourri and spices are some of the characteristics of this wine. This is a juicy, balanced and savory wine, quite tasty with a long and persistent aftertaste. Pair it with ragout pasta, grilled beef steaks, lamb, aged and spicy cheeses, game and spiced recipes.

Chardonnay Royale is produced from grapes of the Ruppertsberg plain and is fermented and fully matured in barrels. The wine is concentrated and long with light notes of butter, passion fruit, mango, notes of white chocolate and wood with strong acidity that gives balance. This is definitely an elegant and charming wine with freshness, a lovely smoky nose, aromas of pear and herbs. Accompany it with poultry with white sauces, large fish, pork fricassee or a pumpkin soup.

The dragon is the estate's entry level wine, a dry Riesling fermented in stainless steel. The grapes come from the valley below Forst and Deidesheim. It is a clear, fresh and fruity wine with aromas of tropical stone fruit, green apple and lemongrass. In the mouth it is round, rich with depth and density. Fine, cool due to acidity, elegant and spicy on the palate. Accompany it with slightly spicy dishes, Asian cuisine, recipes with chicken, pork or a large fatty fish.