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Delia Nivolelli DOC

IL PROGETTODOCDELIA NIVOLELLIAAIT41435993Denominazione di Origine Controllata

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Named for two rivers in the Marsala hinterland, this DOC covers the same warm coastal vineyards that feed Marsala and bulk Sicilia DOC. The wines are ripe and straightforward: Grillo with citrus, green herbs and a saline edge; Syrah and Nero d'Avola with jammy black fruit, soft tannin and warm alcohol. Almost every grower prefers the Sicilia DOC name, so Delia Nivolelli bottles are a rarity even in Trapani.

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  • Fondo Antico

    Delia Nivolelli Grillo

    A Marsala area estate that has used the DOC for some Grillo bottlings; most of its range is Sicilia DOC, so confirm the label.

    $15 to $20Wine-Searcher
  • Cantine Foraci

    Delia Nivolelli Syrah Riserva

    Mazara del Vallo house that lists Delia Nivolelli reds in Europe; ripe blackberry and pepper.

    $15 to $25Wine-Searcher