The Inzolia grape, also known as Ansonia, plays an important role in Sicily’s fortified wine, Marsala. I admit this is the first dry wine made from Inzolia that I have tasted, and I am impressed. The aromas and flavors of ripe Meyer lemon, melon and fresh apricot are entwined with notes of honeysuckle. It is bright and fresh in the mouth with a light, creamy texture from spending four months on fine lees, the expired yeast cells. Serve it as an aperitif with freshly shelled, salty pistachios, or charcuterie.
Tenuta Sallier de la Tour, Sicilia DOC (Sicily, Italy) Inzolia 2021
By Rebecca Murphy