Altavilla della Corte Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed 3–7 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb with rosemary, aged pecorino cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the Borgo Guarini estate in the rolling hills of the Trapani countryside, Firriato's Altavilla della Corte Cabernet Sauvignon is a brilliant testament to how an international noble grape adapts to the intense Sicilian sun and maritime breezes. The name 'Altavilla' pays homage to the historic Norman heritage of Sicily, evoking a golden era of cultural synthesis. In this unique terroir, characterized by clay-loam soils and significant diurnal temperature shifts, the Cabernet Sauvignon grape develops a rich, Mediterranean personality. The wine undergoes traditional red vinification followed by a period of refinement in French oak barriques, resulting in a structured yet remarkably approachable red that balances classic varietal notes of blackcurrant and herbaceous undertones with the warm, spicy complexity of the Sicilian landscape.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1984 by Salvatore Di Gaetano and his wife Vinizia Novara, Firriato is one of Sicily's premier wine producers, widely acclaimed for championing the island's viticultural renaissance. The estate spans remarkably diverse terroirs across Sicily, ranging from the sun-drenched vineyards of the Trapani countryside and the maritime climate of the island of Favignana to the high-altitude volcanic slopes of Mount Etna. Deeply committed to certified organic farming and sustainability, Firriato focuses on preserving authentic biodiversity by cultivating native Sicilian varieties such as Nero d'Avola, Nerello Mascalese, and Grillo, alongside select international grapes. Their dynamic portfolio captures the distinct character of each microclimate through celebrated flagship wines like Harmonium, Ribeca, and the Etna-sourced Cavanera collection.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5% - 14%