Valcanzjria' Gulfi 2025

The “Valcanzjria” from the Sicilian winery Gulfi is a white wine fresh and fragrant, expressing pleasant and delicate floral and fruity aromas. It is made from a blend of Carricante, an ancient Sicilian grape variety mainly found in the Etna area, and Chardonnay, the white grape variety originating from Burgundy, which, thanks to its territorial plasticity, has adapted well to the Mediterranean climate. The choice of exclusively steel vinification highlights the citrusy and fruity fragrance of the grapes and the savory and mineral notes typical of the terroir. It is a label that pairs very well with traditional Sicilian fish dishes.

The white “Valcanzjria” is a young and fresh wine, representing an exception within the range of Gulfi wines. The winery mainly works to enhance the indigenous varieties, almost always vinified in purity and by single parcel, in order to highlight the specific characteristics of each single terroir. The “Valcanzjria” label, on the other hand, combines the savory and vertical freshness of Carricante with the elegance and aromatic richness of Chardonnay, a particularly successful blend.particularly successful, producing a wine with an appealing sip. The grapes come from Vigna Muti in Chiaramonte Gulfi in Val Canzeria. The vineyards are cultivated at about 400 meters above sea level, on predominantly limestone soils, with the presence of clays, in an area with a Mediterranean climate, characterized by significant temperature variations between day and night temperatures.

The wine “Valcanzjria” from the Gulfi winery is made from grapes harvested at the beginning of September. After soft pressing, the must ferments in stainless steel tanks. Before being bottled, the wine matures for 7 months in steel on the fine lees. The color is straw yellow with slight greenish reflections. On the nose, it releases delicate aromas of citrus, yellow fruit, tropical hints, passion fruit, fresh almond aroma, and herbs from the Mediterranean scrub. The sip is lively and taut, with a light and harmonious mid-palate, leading to a salty and vibrantly fresh mineral finish.