Marco De Bartoli Lucido Terre Siciliane IGP (2024)
Marco De Bartoli / Samperi, Marsala, Terre Siciliane IGP, Sicily, Italy
The Saline, Herb-Kissed Sicilian Masterclass in Pure Terroir
Straw yellow with brilliant golden highlights. The nose is expressive, fragrant, and layered, offering aromas of yellow citrus zest, crisp green apple, Mediterranean maquis, almond blossom, and a distinct sea-salt minerality. Medium-bodied and vibrant on the palate, driven by energetic acidity, a textured lees-influenced mouthfeel, and a long, bone-dry, savory finish.
⭐ (Sitting around 11.5% to 12% ABV and fermented naturally with indigenous yeasts, it is exceptionally crisp, clean, and gentle on the head).
Grilled octopus, sea bass in salt crust, busiate with pesto trapanese, caponata, or fresh ricotta cheese.
Uncorking Marco De Bartoli is a masterclass in what native Sicilian white grapes can achieve when handled by absolute legendary producers. While Catarratto can sometimes be turned into boring bulk wine, De Bartoli’s Lucido is vibrant, energetic, and brimming with character. It blends crisp orchard fruit and wild herbs with a mouthwatering salty crunch that practically demands a plate of fresh seafood. An absolute standout for your Sicilian database.