Ansaldi Abbadessa Sicilia DOC Bianco Riserva
Baglio Ansaldi / Marsala, Sicilia DOC, Sicily, Italy
The Golden, Wood-Aged Sicilian Heritage Masterclass
Rich amber-gold with deep copper reflections in the glass. The nose is complex, oxidative, and deeply aromatic, unfolding notes of dried apricoting, roasted almond, orange peel, wild Mediterranean macchia, sea salt, and a touch of oak vanilla. Full-bodied and broad on the palate with a rich, dry texture, subtle tannic grip, balanced freshness, and a long, savory, nut-dusted finish.
⭐ (Sitting around 13% to 13.5% ABV and vinified with minimal chemical intervention and careful aging, it drinks cleanly with real substance and treats the head gently).
Aged Caciocavallo or Pecorino, roasted swordfish with capers and olives, pork loin with dried fruit, or rich seafood couscous.
Ansaldi’s Abbadessa Riserva feels like a sip straight out of Sicilian wine history. Giacomo Ansaldi treats Grillo with the respect it historically deserved before the region turned to mass-market production. This isn't a simple patio quaffer—it’s deep, golden, and layered with dried fruit, nuttiness, and sea-salt depth. A structured, serious white that shows just how complex aged native Sicilian grapes can be.