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Poggio Anima

2023

‘Uriel’

Grillo   |   Sicilia - Italy
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About

Uriel, the archangel of repentance whose translation is ‘God of Light’, played a very important role in ancient texts as the ‘rescuer’. Uriel was the angel who checked each of the doors during Passover in order to ensure safety for God’s people. The correlation here is that, as the most important white grape on Sicily, Grillo is the ‘principal light.’ It’s a very resilient grape and one that withstands a lot of heat and wind on Sicily. Grillo is probably best known as the foundation for Marsala but in its ‘dry’ form has many interesting characteristics.  The vineyard for this wine is located in Western Sicily, in the Salemi area at about 25 miles from Marsala. It is planted around a third of a mile above sea level and is east facing on sandy and clay rich soil. Vines are VSP trained with guyot pruning.

After de-stemming and maceration for a few hours, the grapes were subject to soft-press before a gentle fining. Fermentation took place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. The wine was then left on its lees for about about two months before being bottled with a one-micron filtration and sulfur addition.

Stats

  • Grapes: 100% Grillo
  • Vineyard: Single site in Salemi
  • Vine Age: 16-years-old
  • Soil Type: Sandy clay
  • Viticulture: Practicing organic
  • Fermentation: Inoculated – stainless-steel
  • Skin Contact: 2-3 hours
  • Aging: 2 months on the lees in stainless steel
  • Alcohol: 12.5%
  • Residual Sugar: 3.37 g/L
  • pH: 3.2
  • Total Acidity: 5.95 g/L
  • Total SO2: 107 ppm
  • Total Production: 2,500 cases
  • UPC: 8009720628251

Tasting Note

Golden straw with sunny yellow hues. Aromas dance from the glass, weaving together white peaches, tangy grapefruit, and hints of fresh thyme. Its medium-bodied palate reveals mineral and saline nuances. Grillo’s natural acidity, balanced by subtle sweetness, offers a harmonious touch. The finish is elegant and uplifted.

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Poggio Anima

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Sicilia

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Italy

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