Sicily
Sicily has transformed from a bulk producer into one of the most exciting wine regions in Europe, led by the volcanic, high-altitude vineyards of Mount Etna and the native Nero d'Avola.
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Fast facts
At a glance
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Climate | Warm Mediterranean with high-altitude sites |
| Geography | Mediterranean island, volcanic slopes around Etna |
| Key appellations | Etna · Cerasuolo di Vittoria · Marsala |
| Main grapes | Nero d'Avola, Grillo, Carricante, Frappato |
| Famous for | Etna wines, Nero d'Avola, Volcanic terroir, Marsala |
Grapes
Signature grapes of Sicily
The varieties that define this region's wines.
Nearby
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Wine travel
Visiting Sicily
The Etna slopes, the Baroque towns of the southeast and Palermo's food scene make Sicily a wine destination on the rise.
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