Saint Germain Terre Siciliane IGT

Terroir and wine-making

In the IGT Sicilian Lands, which fall within the Trapani area, the Firriato winery grows grapes that are better able to feed their organoleptic qualities from the soil. The medium-sized clay soil hosts the roots of the Catarratto and Grillo rows that extend into the vineyards located at 250 meters above sea level, in the historic estate of Borgo Guarini. In the cellar, the Martinotti or Charmat method is followed for processing the grapes; soft pressing and fermentation at a controlled temperature with refermentation in autoclave. The sparkling wine completes its gestation with 3 months of aging on yeasts, after which it is ready to enchant the most varied convivial occasions.

Notes of taste

Saint Germain attracts the eye with a bright straw yellow color; with refined elegance intrigues the nose in a harmonious succession of scents in which white fruit and citrus notes stand out. Finally, it satisfies the palate with sophistication, acidity and freshness and salutes in a persistent finish of mineral notes.

Wine at the table

The sparkling wine Firriato Saint Germain brut is suitable for all moments of aperitif; with its finesse, it is up to appetizers, especially raw, and fish starters.

Curiosity

The name Saint Germain of the brut sparkling wine Firriato evokes the story of the aforementioned count of Saint Germain to whom was attributed the discovery of the philosopher’s stone thanks to which it never aged. The choice was dictated by the desire to associate these qualities with the sparkling wine that bears its name.