GURRIERI
(Winery in Val di Noto)

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About Winery and Wines

The Gurrieri family has a deep-rooted tradition of viticulture in Sicily, a passion for agricultural and peasant life passed down from Vincenzo and Graziella to their children, Giovanni and Angela. In 2010, they realized their dream of producing wines that truly represent the identity of their land, cultivating vineyards and olive trees in Chiaramonte Gulfi, Ragusa.

The family's vineyards span 5 hectares in Chiaramonte Gulfi, 1 hectare in Mazzarrone, and 3 hectares in Comiso. These lands are dedicated to producing not only the finest wines but also the best extra virgin olive oil. As a family-run enterprise, the Gurrieris are committed to crafting high-quality, niche wines that honor and elevate their land's natural bounty. The Gurrieri collection, created from small batches of around 3,000 bottles, reflects the agricultural heritage and dedication of the Ragusa area.

The Gurrueri Winery produces a range of Sicilian DOC, DOCG, and IGT wines, all organically grown, including Nero d’Avola, Frappato, Grillo, Moscato, and Syrah, which thrive in Sicily's favorable climate.

Vincenzo, affectionately known as ‘Don Vicè,’ works passionately in the vineyard, while Graziella manages the company’s operations and finances. In her honor, the family produces ‘Donna Grazia,’ a Classic Method Spumante made from Nero d’Avola and Frappato grapes, vinified in white.

The organic vineyards are cultivated with the utmost respect for the land, nestled in the pristine Hyblean Mountains. The calcareous soil and Mediterranean climate play a crucial role in creating wines of exceptional strength, with vibrant aromas and flavors. The picturesque white dry-stone walls add to the charm and character of the surrounding landscape, making this winery a true gem in the heart of Sicily.

The winery specializes in producing wines from pure Nero d’Avola and Frappato grapes, as well as the DOCG Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico (available in both Rosé and White), and the Classic Method Spumante. Nero d’Avola, also known as ‘Calabrese,’ is an ancient Sicilian grape variety cultivated in the rolling hills of the Hyblean Mountains in the province of Ragusa. Frappato, a variety native to the Vittoria area, is cultivated on the farm with controlled yields to ensure sweet and refined tannins. When vinified on its own, Frappato results in a robust and persistent wine with fruity aromas that complement the bold character of Nero d’Avola, making wines like ‘Don Vicè’ and ‘Donna Grazia’ harmonious and well-balanced. Cerasuolo di Vittoria, Sicily’s first and only DOCG wine, skillfully combines the strength of Nero d’Avola with the softness of Frappato, resulting in a dry, full-bodied, fragrant, and elegant wine.

Gurrieri wines are celebrated for their enveloping character, harmony, savoriness, and elegance. These wines are the product of meticulous grape selection, grown without synthetic chemicals and still harvested by hand in two stages to ensure optimal ripeness. The grapes are carefully transported in small crates to prevent any damage. The vineyard also includes autochthonous varieties such as Grillo and Moscato, which produce wines with notes of freshness and balanced acidity, thanks to the unique soil and climate conditions. Syrah, the only non-native variety, has adapted well to the Sicilian environment, displaying its elegance in Gurrieri’s wines.

The grapes undergo gentle pressing and vinification, with longer maceration periods for the reds, in temperature-controlled systems. This is followed by malolactic fermentation. The wines are then aged in wooden barrels or stainless steel tanks before being further matured in the bottle, a crucial step to fully express their potential and complexity.

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