WINE DESCRIPTION
Casa Vinicola Firriato, established in 1985 near Trapani, Sicily's province with the highest vine density, boasts a stunning landscape framed by Mount Erice and lush hillsides adorned with Saracen olive trees. Committed to excellence, the winery assembled a qualified international team, including Sicilian winemaker Giuseppe Pellegrino, in perfect harmony. Salvatore and Vinzia Di Gaetano, the visionary producers, leverage Sicily's climate to craft exceptional wines using international grape varieties across all price ranges. With meticulous care, only the finest clones of local and international grapes are processed using modern equipment. Embodying Sicily's viticultural renaissance, Casa Vinicola Firriato pays homage to Nero d'Avola, Sicily's prized grape, with Harmonium, an exceptional red wine aged in French and American oak barrels for 10 months, epitomizing the winery's dedication to quality and tradition.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Firriato Harmonium Nero d'Avola enchants with its dark, dense ruby color, offering enticing aromas of red fruits, plums, and black cherries.On the palate, it reveals a concentrated, robust character, with a warm, lingering finish and velvety tannins that caress the senses. True to its name, "Harmonium," this wine strikes a perfect balance and harmony, reminiscent of a symphonic masterpiece. With each sip, it unfolds like a captivating musical composition, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and depth.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2026
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
ORIGINS
Winery: Firriato
Region: Sicily
Sicily is an Italian island located in the Mediterranean Sea, just off the "toe" of the Italian peninsula. It is the largest island in the Mediterranean and is home to a rich and diverse terroir and wine culture.
Sicily has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the 8th century BC. The island has been home to many different cultures over the centuries, including the Greeks, Romans, Arabs, and Normans, all of whom have left their mark on the island's wine culture. Today, Sicily is one of Italy's most important wine regions, producing a wide range of styles from both indigenous and international grape varieties.CUSTOMER RATING
4.2
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