Sicily’s Wine Tourism Academy: A New Model for Professionalizing Wine Destinations

The DOC Sicilia Academy signals an important shift in wine tourism – from individual winery experiences towards coordinated professional development and regional competitiveness. The launch of the DOC Sicilia Academy, announced by the Consorzio di Tutela Vini DOC Sicilia on September 25, represents an important development in how wine regions approach tourism, hospitality and long-term […] The post Sicily’s Wine Tourism Academy: A New Model for Professionalizing Wine Destinations appeared first on Liz Palmer .

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Cantine Colosi Nero d'Avola: A Sicilian Classic Grape

Fall has settled itself here in New England and my mindset on wines and what dishes to cook have shifted .  I’m looking for more of those warm me up reds and ho me style dishes .  This week I’m featuring the Nero d’Avola grape from Cantina Colosi in Sicily with a delightful pairing .  Come check it out!   What is Nero d’Avola ?   Nero d’Avola is a native grape of Sicily that is widely planted throughout the island and is one of t he Sicily’s top red grapes .  The name derives from “black grape of Avola ”, which is on the southeastern portion of the island and is believed to be where the grape originates from .     The Nero d’Avola grape result in wines that are dark in color and rich in dark, ripe fruits .  They are fuller in body, dry and along with the ripe fruits , tend to show either pepper, herbal or licorice notes .  The tannins are these wines are soft. The wines are lush, but hold nice acidity despite the intensity of the s

First Single Vineyard Italian Wine In Sicily Celebrates 55 Years

There are ancient Greek ruins at one corner; at another, a baroque hilltop town; then, walking through a medieval village near a gorgeous coastline with the pristine turquoise water rhythmically lapping up onto the golden sand and then all of … Continue reading → The post First Single Vineyard Italian Wine In Sicily Celebrates 55 Years appeared first on Dame Wine .

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