Sicilia (Sicily)

Sicilia (Sicily) is one of 20 Italian wine regions. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. The largest city (and capital) is Palermo.

Sicilia is best known for sandy beaches, Greek ruins, seafood cuisine, and the dessert wine Marsala.

Today, Sicilia is also becoming well respected for the dry wines of Etna and Vittoria.

The island has 1 DOCG, Cerasuolo di Vittoria, and 23 DOCs.

The primary grape varieties are Catarratto, Frappato, and Nero d’Avola.