White Wines

Sicily

The white wines of Sicily embody the richness of an island kissed by the sun and surrounded by the sea. From the fresh and mineral Grillo to the fragrant Inzolia, and the elegant Carricante grown on the slopes of Mount Etna, every glass reflects authenticity, tradition, and a deep bond with the land. Perfect with seafood, fish couscous, and Mediterranean cuisine, Sicilian whites offer truly unique experiences.

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Insolia Terre Siciliane IGT 2024 - Cusumano

€8.40

Grillo Azisa 2022 di Tenuta Zisola a prezzo scontato

2022 13% 0,75 lt

Grillo Sicilia DOC Azisa 2022 - Tenuta Zisola

€13.50

-20% 2014 13% 0,75 lt

Chardonnay Sicilia DOC Jalè 2014 - Cusumano

€19.90~~€25.00~~

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Corvo Bianco 2022 di Duca di Salaparuta al prezzo migliore

-7% 2022 12% 0,375 lt

Bianco Terre Siciliane Corvo 2022 - Duca di Salaparuta (0,375 cl)

€4.00~~€4.30~~

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Etna Bianco Planeta 2024 at a Discounted Price

2024 13% 0,75 lt

Etna Bianco DOC 2024 - Planeta

€19.90

Lucido Terre Siciliane IGP Bio - Principe di Granatey

2023 12.5% 0,75 lt

Lucido Terre Siciliane IGP Bio 2023 - Principe di Granatey

€7.90

Passito di Pantelleria Pellegrino 2022 [0.50 lt] on Offer

2022 14.5% 0,50 lt

Passito di Pantelleria DOC Giardino Pantesco 2023 - Pellegrino [0.50 lt]

€20.90

-6% Box

Box Degustazione Bianchi Sicilia Kebrilla + Taif + Kikè 2025 - Cantine Fina [6 bot]

€61.90~~€65.80~~

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Donnafugata Anthìlia Sicilia DOC 2025 | Etilika

New 2025 12.5% 0,75 lt

Anthilia Bianco Sicilia DOC 2025 - Donnafugata

€12.00

Malvasia IGT Balanubi - Nicosia [0.50 lt]

n/v 16% 0,50 lt

Terre Siciliane IGT Zibibbo Balanubi - Nicosia [0.50lt]

€9.50

-6% Box

Box Traminer Aromatico e Sauvignon Blanc Terre Siciliane IGT Kikè 2025 - Cantine Fina [6 bot]

€64.90~~€69.00~~

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Chardonnay 2023 di Tenute Orestiadi a prezzo scontato

2023 12.5% 0,75 lt

Chardonnay Terre Siciliane IGP 2023 - Tenute Orestiadi

€7.50

Angimbé Cusumano 2024 at a Discounted Price

2024 12.5% 0,75 lt

Angimbé Terre Siciliane Bianco IGT 2024 - Cusumano

€11.90

Idda Sicilia Bianco DOP 2025 | Etna Carricante

0,75 lt

Sicilia Bianco DOP 2025 - Idda

€39.00

2023 13% 0,75 lt

Insolia Terre Siciliane IGT 2023 - Cusumano

€8.80

2020 13% 0,75 lt

Grillo Sicilia DOC Azisa 2021 - Tenuta Zisola

€12.90

2022 13.5% 0,75 lt

Terre Siciliane IGP Vola Vola 2022 - Cantine Fina

€11.50

Gibelè Pellegrino Zibibbo Dry 2022 for Sale Discounted

2022 12% 0,75 lt

Zibibbo Secco Terre Siciliane IGT Gibelè 2022 - Pellegrino

€11.50

Cottanera Etna Bianco 2025 on Sale on Offer

2025 12.5% 0,75 lt

Etna Bianco DOC 2025 - Cottanera

€18.20

2024 12.5% 0,75 lt

Chardonnay Terre Siciliane IGT Tareni 2024 - Pellegrino

€7.50

-6% Box

Box Zibibbo Terre Siciliane IGT Taif 2025 - Cantine Fina [6 bot]

€64.90~~€69.00~~

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Box Grillo Sicilia DOC Kebrilla Cantine Fina [5+1 gratis]

-4% Box

Box Grillo Sicilia DOC Kebrilla 2025 - Cantine Fina [6 bot]

€56.90~~€59.40~~

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n/v 16% 0,50 lt

Terre Siciliane IGT Malvasia Balanubi - Nicosia [0.50lt]

€9.50

-6% Box 0,75 lt

Etna "Outsider" Box Degustazione [6 bot]

€174.00~~€186.00~~

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Why Sicilian whites are among Italy's most surprising

Sicily produces some of Italy's most diverse white wines, thanks to a territory ranging from the volcanic slopes of Etna to smaller islands like Pantelleria, passing through the wide inland plains. The result is a range of styles from the simple freshness of everyday wines to the taut minerality of mountain whites, up to great meditative passiti.

Etna, the plains, and Pantelleria: the territories of Sicily's whites

On the slopes of Etna, Carricante is the absolute protagonist of Etna Bianco DOC, a grape capable of giving wines of great acidity and savouriness, with an ageing potential uncommon for a southern Italian white; the Superiore designation is reserved for grapes from the municipality of Milo alone. In the inland plains and hills, Sicilia DOC brings together grapes such as Grillo, historically tied to Marsala production and now increasingly vinified as a varietal, Catarratto, the island's most widely planted white grape, and Inzolia, softer and more understated. On the island of Pantelleria, finally, Zibibbo gives rise to the celebrated Passito di Pantelleria, made from sun-dried grapes.

From fresh Grillo to Passito di Pantelleria: the styles of Sicily's whites

Grillo and Catarratto generally offer fresh, aromatic, easy-drinking whites, made for everyday consumption. Etna Bianco, thanks to Carricante, stands out for a taut, almost saline profile, able to evolve in bottle for several years. Passito di Pantelleria represents the opposite extreme: a sweet, concentrated wine with notes of dried apricot, honey, and candied fruit, made from Zibibbo grapes left to dry before vinification.

At the table with Sicilian whites: pairings that work

Grillo and Catarratto lightly accompany arancini, caponata, and simple fish dishes. The more structured, savoury Etna Bianco pairs well with more elaborate fish dishes or semi-aged cheeses. Passito di Pantelleria finds its ideal pairing with traditional Sicilian sweets such as cannoli and cassata, or with blue cheeses.

Which Sicilian white to choose, depending on the occasion

For an aperitif or a casual meal, a Grillo or a Catarratto remain the most natural choices. For an occasion calling for more minerality and the ability to accompany more complex dishes, Etna Bianco offers a distinctive profile. To end a meal memorably, Passito di Pantelleria is the island's most identity-driven choice.

Frequently asked questions

What is Carricante and why is it important for Etna Bianco?

It's the main grape of Etna Bianco DOC, capable of giving wines with high acidity and great savouriness, elements that allow these whites to evolve in bottle longer than the average southern Italian white.

Why is the Etna Bianco Superiore designation tied only to Milo?

The regulations reserve this designation for grapes grown exclusively in the municipality of Milo, traditionally considered the denomination's finest area for Carricante.

Is Grillo the same grape used for Marsala?

Yes, historically Grillo was one of Marsala's main base grapes, but today it's increasingly vinified as a dry varietal white wine.

What's the difference between Passito di Pantelleria and Moscato di Pantelleria?

Both are made from Zibibbo grapes, but Passito requires longer grape drying and a higher sugar concentration, generally resulting in a sweeter, more complex wine than Moscato.