Florio
Florio Fine Marsala Sweet (Ambra Dolce)
3.8
Expert Rating
3.4
Most Reviewed
Non-vintage
WINE DESCRIPTION
Florio Fine Marsala Sweet (Ambra Dolce) is a delicious fortified wine produced by Florio, a renowned winery in Sicily, Italy. This wine is made using the traditional solera method, which involves blending different vintages to create a consistent and complex flavor profile. The grapes used to make this wine are grown in the sun-drenched vineyards of Marsala, a coastal town in western Sicily. The wine is aged in oak barrels, which impart a rich and nutty flavor to the wine. Florio Fine Marsala Sweet (Ambra Dolce) is a luscious and sweet wine with notes of caramel, dried fruit, and honey. It is perfect as an aperitif or paired with desserts.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Florio Fine Marsala Sweet (Ambra Dolce) is a sweet, fortified Italian wine with a deep, golden-amber color.Its nose is a complex blend of orange, raisin, and dried fruit aromas. On the palate, it has a smooth, silky texture with a light sweetness, balanced by notes of dried apricot, vanilla, and almond. The finish is long and elegant, with a hint of spice and honey. Enjoy this lively, flavorful wine with aged cheeses, aged meats, and sweet desserts.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Luscious
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Very high
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Grillo
ORIGINS
Winery: Florio
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
3.4
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