Caeles Grillo
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled sea bass, seafood risotto, fresh goat cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Caeles Grillo represents Firriato's dedication to certified organic viticulture, drawing its name from the Latin word for 'heavenly' to reflect a pure, nature-first philosophy. Grown in the Borgo Guarini estate in the Trapani countryside, this wine benefits from a unique microclimate where significant diurnal temperature shifts preserve the grape's natural acidity and intense aromatic profile. Grillo, a historic Sicilian variety once primarily used for Marsala, finds a modern, vibrant expression here. The grapes are harvested by hand and soft-pressed, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and brief aging on the lees to enhance complexity and mouthfeel while preserving the pristine fruit character.
🍾 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
Grillo
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12.5%