Grillo (Italy)
Grillo is a white wine grape from Sicilia.
Typical Flavors
 Lemon |
 Grapefruit |
 Apple |
 Pear |
 Flowers |
 Thyme |
 Spices |
 Salt |
Lemon, Grapefruit, Green Apple, and Pear are typical Grillo flavors.
With delicate Floral notes (Citrus Blossom. Acacia), and hints of Herbs (Rosemary. Thyme.), Spices and salty Minerals.
Profile
Grilloo is dry and acidic:
| SUGAR | Dry | ||
| BODY | Medium - Light | ||
| FRUIT | Medium - Light | ||
| ACIDITY | Medium - High | ||
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Food Pairing
 Salads |
 Vegetables |
 Asparagus |
 Seafood |
 Pasta |
 Fish |
 Chicken |
 Risotto |
Grillo is a little fuller than Italian Pinot Grigio, more like Sauvignon Blanc.
Italian Seafood, Vegetables, and Pasta Dishes are the best pairs.
Pairing Suggestions
Excellent Pairing:
Salads.
Grilled Vegetables.
Seafood. Fried Calamari.
Sicilian Pasta Dishes.
White Meat. Chicken. Duck.
Cheese:
Fresh Goat Cheese.
Italian Specialities:
Smoked Trout Salad.
Tomato and Watermelon Salad.
Asparagus with Parmesan Dressing.
Liguine (Spagetthi) with Cod and Asparagus.
The Ideal Glass
A Tulip Shaped glass is the best choice for dry white wines.
It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides, where acidity is less pleasant.
A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold.
Remember to hold the glass by the stem!
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About Grillo
Grillo can tolerate high temperatures and is widely used in Sicilia.
It is well known as the main grape in the Marsala dessert wine.
Sicilia (Sicily)
Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean. The capital is Palermo.
It is known for old ruins, sandy beaches, seafood, and the Marsala dessert wine.
Sicily is also well respected for the dry wines of Etna and Vittoria.
Red Wines:
Cerasuolo
Etna Rosso
Frappato
Nerello Mascalese
Nero d'Avola
White Wines:
Carricante
Cataratto
Etna Bianco
Fiano
Grillo
Inzolia
Malvasia Secco
Sicilia Bianco
Rosé Wines:
Cerasuolo di Vittoria
Nero d'Avola Rosato
Dessert Wines:
Primary Grapes:
Catarratto (35%)
Nero d’Avola (15%)