Sicily
Villa Pozzi 2016 Nero d’Avola 750 mL
$18.99Blackberry opens with white flowers, vanilla and a subtle hint of fig. The palate is opulent and full-bodied, carrying concentrated dark fruit through a broad, intense frame. Floral detail keeps the wine from feeling one-dimensional, while vanilla adds a rounded accent. The finish remains generous and persistent, leaving blackberry, fig and a measured vanilla note behind the wine’s rich fruit core.
Benanti 2013 Pietra Marina Etna Bianco Superiore 750 mL
$174.99Orange blossom and ripe apple rise from an intense, complex nose. The palate is dry and distinctly mineral, with high acidity and saline detail giving the fruit a taut, elegant shape. Long lees ageing contributes depth without softening the wine’s volcanic precision. The finish is persistent and savoury, leaving anise, almond, ripe apple and a clear impression of sea-breeze salinity.
Florio 2020 VecchioFlorio Marsala Superiore Sweet 750 mL
$26.99Amber in colour with bright caramel tones, this opens on raisins, vanilla and dried fruit. The palate is warm and rounded, with a generous texture balanced by the wine’s savoury fortified character. Barrel ageing brings quiet depth without obscuring the fruit, while the sweetness remains measured and composed. It finishes with lingering raisin, dried fruit, vanilla and a gentle echo of caramel.
Tenuta di Castellaro 2020 Bianco Porticello 750 mL
$47.99Green apple and crisp citrus lead, joined by fresh herbs, white flowers and a subtle iodine note. The palate is bright and finely textured, with lively acidity carrying lemon peel and crunchy green fruit. A continuous saline line gives the wine shape and keeps its aromatic character precise. Dry and poised, it closes with mineral freshness, soft spice and a clean, persistent maritime finish.
Tenuta di Castellaro 2019 Bianco Pomice 750 mL
$56.99Citrus and field flowers open, followed by ripe orchard fruit, cedar and a measured almond note. The palate is broad and finely textured, with fresh acidity and a distinct saline mineral line carrying the fruit. Orange pith and pear add definition through the centre, while white pepper brings gentle lift. Dry and persistent, it finishes with citrus, sweet almond and a long volcanic-mineral edge.
Passopisciaro Contrada Chiappemacine Terre Siciliane Rosso 750 mL
$99.99Dark cherry and fig lead, joined by plum, fragrant herbs and a clear note of white pepper. The palate is medium-bodied and firmly shaped, with fine tannins bringing grip and tension around the ripe fruit. Smoky mineral tones and savoury spice add definition through the middle, while fresh acidity keeps the texture lively. Focused rather than heavy, it finishes with lingering cherry, marjoram and a stony volcanic edge.
Alta Mora 2017 Etna Bianco Carricante 1.5 L
$114.99Yellow pear and fresh apricot open with lemon zest, wild sage and a flinty mineral note. The palate is lean and energetic, with bright acidity giving the fruit a clean, snappy shape. Crushed herbs and graphite add savoury definition through the middle, while the magnum format gives the wine a generous presence at the table. The finish is persistent and precise, lingering on citrus, stone fruit and cool mineral detail.
Palari 2016 Faro 750 mL
$129.99Black fruit, forest berries and cassis meet smoke, tar, leather and a restrained note of toasted wood. The palate is broad and savoury, with delicate fruit carried by notable freshness rather than weight alone. Firm, fine tannins and steady acidity give the wine a dry, structured shape, while liquorice and mineral detail build through a long, balanced finish with a distinctly saline edge.
Donnafugata 2016 Fragore Contrada Montelaguardia Etna Rosso DOC 750 mL
$101.99Marasca cherry, raspberry and black-skinned berries lead a layered nose, joined by Mediterranean herbs, liquorice, tobacco and exotic spice. The palate is elegant and firmly structured, with fine-grained tannins and bright acidity carrying the fruit through espresso, flint and a light forest-floor note. The finish is long, savoury and distinctly mineral. Decant before serving with duck, grilled ribs, mushroom dishes or a rich lentil stew.
Donnafugata Ben Ryé Passito di Pantelleria
$72.99An aromatic Passito di Pantelleria made from Zibibbo, with apricot, orange blossom and candied citrus over honeyed richness. Bright acidity keeps the finish vivid rather than heavy.
Planeta NV Etna Brut Metodo Classico
$83.99Delicate flowers and bright citrus rise through refined, persistent bubbles. The palate is soft yet mineral, with lemon and passion fruit carried by a fresh, finely textured mousse. Mediterranean herbs shape the finish, adding savoury definition to the generous fruit, volcanic drive, length and clarity.
Pietradolce 2022 Etna Bianco
$52.99Lemon verbena, sage and salted pistachio create a delicate, distinctly volcanic aroma. The palate is sleek and bone-dry, driven by racy acidity and a firm linear precision that keeps the citrus and herbal notes finely drawn. Mineral and quietly savoury through the finish, it is a polished match for oysters, lobster salad or simply grilled fish.
Crudo 2024 Catarratto Zibibbo Terre Siciliane
$24.99Pear, peach and melon are joined by aromatic tropical fruit and a light floral lift. The palate is gently rounded, with enough acidity to keep the ripe fruit clear and refreshing. A soft, lightly off-dry impression carries into the clean finish. Serve well chilled with seafood, salads, mild curries or spicy Asian dishes.
Barone Montalto 2021 Pinot Grigio Sicilia IGT
$17.99Pale gold with a green tint, opening on layered citrus and a cool wet-stone note. The palate is fresh, crisp and clean, with lime and subtle tropical fruit carried by balanced acidity. Dry and direct through the finish, it has enough texture to feel composed at the table. Serve with clams, grilled fish or simple vegetable pasta.
Mannara 2022 Pinot Grigio Sicilia
$15.99Lemon zest, green apple and pear lead a bright aromatic profile, with subtle white florals adding lift. The palate is light and lively, carrying fresh citrus and orchard fruit through a clean, dry finish. Straightforward and refreshing, this Pinot Grigio suits aperitifs, simple salads, shellfish or lightly grilled white fish.
Arianna Occhipinti 2021 SP68 Bianco
$64.99Perfumed exotic fruit and white flowers lead an aromatic, textural white, with peach, red apple and orange blossom bringing generous fruit. Stony minerality and a gentle skin-contact grip add shape, while salinity keeps the finish fresh and detailed. Complex without heaviness, it pairs beautifully with grilled prawns, roasted vegetables or aromatic Mediterranean dishes.