Rating 91
Style White
Variety
Vintage 2017
Appellation
Sicily
Italy
ABV 13.5%
Price $20.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2018-08-29

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Drinking Outside the Lines, End of Day Sipping, Wine Geeks

Drink If You Like

Grillo, Pinot Gris / Grigio , Riesling , Sauvignon Blanc

Tasca d'Almerita Grillo di Mozia 2017 Review

This Grillo - an indigenous Sicilian white grape - is from a vineyard on the small island of Mozia. The island is located in the Stagnone Lagoon, between Trapani and Marsala, the westernmost point of Sicily. The color is pale yellow with a touch of green, and aromas include ripe white peaches, citrus, and almond blossoms. The texture is zesty and full, with flavors of tart honeydew, lemon, marzipan, and a hint of sea salt (which happens to be Mozia's other notable product). While a glass of this wine won't physically transport you to a Sicilian beach, it might be the next best thing. It's a natural, traditional pairing for seafood-driven couscous alla trapanese, or any other dish with a hint of saltiness.

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Tasca d'Almerita Grillo di Mozia 2017
This Grillo - an indigenous Sicilian white grape - is from a vineyard on the small island of Mozia. The island is located in the Stagnone Lagoon, between Trapani and Marsala, the westernmost point of Sicily. The color is pale yellow with a touch of green, and aromas include ripe white peaches, citrus, and almond blossoms. The texture is zesty and full, with flavors of tart honeydew, lemon, marzipan, and a hint of sea salt (which happens to be Mozia's other notable product). While a glass of this wine won't physically transport you to a Sicilian beach, it might be the next best thing. It's a natural, traditional pairing for seafood-driven couscous alla trapanese, or any other dish with a hint of saltiness.

Reviewed On: 08-29-2018
91
POINTS
Tasca d'Almerita Grillo di Mozia 2017
This Grillo - an indigenous Sicilian white grape - is from a vineyard on the small island of Mozia. The island is located in the Stagnone Lagoon, between Trapani and Marsala, the westernmost point of Sicily. The color is pale yellow with a touch of green, and aromas include ripe white peaches, citrus, and almond blossoms. The texture is zesty and full, with flavors of tart honeydew, lemon, marzipan, and a hint of sea salt (which happens to be Mozia's other notable product). While a glass of this wine won't physically transport you to a Sicilian beach, it might be the next best thing. It's a natural, traditional pairing for seafood-driven couscous alla trapanese, or any other dish with a hint of saltiness.

Reviewed On: 08-29-2018