The Winery Nicosia of Etna of Sicily

Winery Nicosia
The winery offers 87 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.4.
It is ranked in the top 274 of the estates of Sicily.
It is located in Etna in the region of Sicily
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The Winery Nicosia is one of the best wineries to follow in Etna.. It offers 87 wines for sale in of Etna to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Nicosia Estate is located in the heart of the fertile hills of Etna in Sicily, where Italian wines have been produced since Roman times. This fascinating wine region in Italy is characterized by its active volcanoes and rich volcanic soils that infuse the wines with a unique aromatic complexity. Perched at an altitude of more than 700 meters, the Nicosia Estate covers about 60 hectares of vineyards, cultivating indigenous grape varieties such as Nerello Mascalese and Cataratto. It produces various types of wines such as red, white, rosé, and even sparkling wines and grappas. The Nicosia Estate has been owned by the same family for several generations. The Nicosia family's commitment to quality and environmental preservation is evident in their hard work and passion for wine craftsmanship. The philosophy of the estate is to produce high-quality wines, while respecting the environment, so sustainable viticulture practices are incorporated into all stages of viticulture and winemaking. The estate's winery, a perfect blend of tradition and modernity, is equipped with the most advanced technology for wine production. It is here that the wine goes through several stages of fermentation and ageing, in stainless steel and oak barrels, to reach its perfection. The Nicosia Estate is also known for its warm hospitality. It offers wine cellar tours and tastings, and even has a restaurant that serves traditional local cuisine, providing visitors with a complete gastronomic experience in harmony with the wines. The estate is recognized for its excellent wine production.

Top Winery Nicosia wines

Looking for the best Winery Nicosia wines in Etna among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Nicosia wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Nicosia wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery Nicosia

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Nicosia

How Winery Nicosia wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or lamb such as recipes of autumn beef bourguignon, generous flaky quiche or lamb tagine with dried apricots.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Nicosia

On the nose the red wine of Winery Nicosia. often reveals types of flavors of oaky, licorice or non oak and sometimes also flavors of earth, microbio or oak. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Nicosia. is a powerful with a lot of tannins present in the mouth.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Nicosia

  • 2009With an average score of 3.91/5
  • 2010With an average score of 3.53/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.51/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.50/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.42/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.40/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Nicosia.

  • Nero d'Avola
  • Nerello Mascalese
  • Nerello Cappuccio
  • Frappato
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Pinot Nero

Discovering the wine region of Etna

Sicilian DOC on the volcano's flanks (400-1,000 m), the first DOC of Sicily (1968). Signature Nerello Mascalese (80% min. in red): fine, taut reds with signature notes of tangy cherry, wild strawberry, dried herbs, volcanic smoke, sweet spices and saline minerality, tight tannins and a cutting freshness - compared to Burgundian Pinot Noir. Carricante (60% min.

in white): lively, lemony and saline whites with long ageing. Black volcanic soils, old ungrafted vines.

The top white wines of Winery Nicosia

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Nicosia

How Winery Nicosia wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, vegetarian or appetizers and snacks such as recipes of marco polo salad, quiche with leeks and fresh salmon from flo or basil and cherry tomato clafoutis.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Nicosia

On the nose the white wine of Winery Nicosia. often reveals types of flavors of citrus, earth or citrus fruit and sometimes also flavors of microbio, tree fruit or vegetal. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Nicosia. is a powerful.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Nicosia

  • 1986With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2024With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2022With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.72/5
  • 2011With an average score of 3.65/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Nicosia.

  • Catarratto Bianco
  • Carricante
  • Inzolia
  • Grillo
  • Viognier
  • Chardonnay

Discover the grape variety: Nero d'Avola

Full-bodied, warm reds with deep colour and generous alcohol, with aromas of blackberry, black cherry jam, plum, liquorice, chocolate and Mediterranean spice. Ripe tannins and a broad, sunny finish. The star of Sicily (Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC, Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG blended with Frappato, Eloro DOC). Native Sicilian variety, also called Calabrese, the most planted on the island.

The top sparkling wines of Winery Nicosia

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Winery Nicosia

How Winery Nicosia wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or vegetarian such as recipes of macaroonade from sète, pan-fried salmon papillote or magic cake cheese quiche.

Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wines of Winery Nicosia

On the nose the sparkling wine of Winery Nicosia. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of citrus fruit, microbio. In the mouth the sparkling wine of Winery Nicosia. is a with a nice vivacity and a fine and pleasant bubble.

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Winery Nicosia

  • 2020With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.84/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.76/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.72/5
  • 2013With an average score of 3.60/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.50/5

The grape varieties most used in the sparkling wines of Winery Nicosia.

  • Inzolia
  • Chardonnay
  • Catarratto Bianco
  • Carricante
  • Nerello Mascalese

The word of the wine: Cep

Grapevine.

The top sweet wines of Winery Nicosia

Food and wine pairings with a sweet wine of Winery Nicosia

How Winery Nicosia wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .

Organoleptic analysis of sweet wines of Winery Nicosia

On the nose the sweet wine of Winery Nicosia. often reveals types of flavors of earth, microbio or tree fruit and sometimes also flavors of citrus fruit, dried fruit or tropical fruit.

The best vintages in the sweet wines of Winery Nicosia

  • 0With an average score of 3.63/5
  • 2008With an average score of 3.50/5

The grape varieties most used in the sweet wines of Winery Nicosia.

  • Malvasia
  • Zibibbo

Discover the grape variety: Merlot

Round and fleshy reds with a velvety texture, showing aromas of ripe plum, black cherry, cocoa and truffle notes with age. Supple tannins, generous alcohol, indulgent finish. Pillar of Libournais (Pomerol with Pétrus, Saint-Émilion with Cheval Blanc and Ausone) and signature of Super Tuscans, Italian Wales and Washington State. A cross of Cabernet Franc × Magdeleine Noire, France's most planted red variety.

The top pink wines of Winery Nicosia

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Nicosia

How Winery Nicosia wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes such as recipes .

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Nicosia

  • 0With an average score of 3.35/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.25/5

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Winery Nicosia.

  • Nerello Mascalese
  • Nerello Cappuccio

The word of the wine: Bright

Said of a wine whose acidity is the dominant characteristic, making it fresh and nervous.

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Planning a wine route in the of Etna? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of wines similar to Winery Nicosia.

Discover the grape variety: Inzolia

Rich, structured dry whites with a pale golden robe, an ample palate and moderate acidity, with signature aromas of almond (hallmark), yellow fruits (pear, peach), white flowers (acacia) and saline marine notes. Sunny Mediterranean profile. Essential component of traditional Marsala, Sicilian dry whites and star of Ansonica Costa dell'Argentario DOC in Tuscany. Autochthonous Sicilian variety, also called Ansonica in Tuscany.