Name: Caruso & Minini Marsala Superiore Riserva 5 Anni NV 500ml
Brand: Caruso & Minini
SKU: 904849
Price: 26.94 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 92 (2 reviews)

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Caruso & Minini

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Varietal

Marsala

Marsala, a fortified wine hailing from the western coast of Sicily, Italy, boasts a rich and storied history dating back to the late 18th century. Named after the port city of Marsala, this versatile wine derives its distinct character from indigenous grape varieties such as Grillo, Catarratto, and Inzolia. Marsala wines span a spectrum of styles, ranging from dry to sweet and varying in color from pale gold to deep amber. They are characterized by their complex flavors of dried fruits, nuts, caramel, and a hint of spice, often enhanced through a unique aging process in oak casks. While traditionally enjoyed as a dessert wine or aperitif, Marsala has also found its way into savory dishes, enriching sauces and marinades with its depth and complexity. Its enduring appeal and versatility continue to make Marsala a cherished gem in the world of fortified wines.

Country

Italy

There are few countries in the world with a viticultural history as long or as illustrious as that claimed by Italy. Grapes were first being grown and cultivated on Italian soil several thousand years ago by the Greeks and the Pheonicians, who named Italy 'Oenotria' – the land of wines – so impressed were they with the climate and the suitability of the soil for wine production. Of course, it was the rise of the Roman Empire which had the most lasting influence on wine production in Italy, and their influence can still be felt today, as much of the riches of the empire came about through their enthusiasm for producing wines and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Since those times, a vast amount of Italian land has remained primarily for vine cultivation, and thousands of wineries can be found throughout the entire length and breadth of this beautiful country, drenched in Mediterranean sunshine and benefiting from the excellent fertile soils found there. Italy remains very much a 'land of wines', and one could not imagine this country, its landscape and culture, without it.

Region

Sicily

The beautiful island of Sicily has been growing grapevines and producing wines for thousands of years, ever since the ancient Greeks first landed on its golden shores and noticed the island's true potential as a haven for quality grapes. Today, the island is one of Italy's primary wine regions, and even though over eighty percent of Sicily's grapevines are used for the production of sweet fortified wines, the remaining wineries making other wine styles are renowned around the world for their quality and character. Indeed, Sicilian wineries are famed for their ability to capture something of the sun-drenched region in their wines, and the vines they cultivate benefit enormously from the almost constant sunshine and the incredibly fertile volcanic soils which typify the island.

JS 94pts

James Suckling

A nutty and intense marsala with salty undertones to the dried fruit, such as figs and sultanas. Some nuttiness, too. Full-bodied, dry and so rich. Lots of dried yet subtle fruit and salted caramel on the palate. Fascinating and enticing. Drink now.

DC 90pts

Decanter

Caruso e Minini is a joint venture between two families and two different stories that merge when Stefano Caruso, the third generation of winemakers, meets Mario Minini, owner of a marketing company in northern Italy. Together, back in 2004, they built the foundations of Caruso & Minini, restored the old winery in Marsala and renewed the production. They outsource the production of their only type of Marsala to another winery. This Marsala ages for five years in cherry or Slavonian casks. It has defined aromas of chestnut honey, salty caramel, and dried walnuts; in the mouth is round and pleasant with a refreshing and well-kept acidity balancing the sweetness.

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Caruso & Minini Marsala Superiore Riserva 5 Anni NV 500ml

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