Caeles Syrah
⏳ Drinking Window
Typically best enjoyed within 3 to 6 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled red meats, aged Pecorino cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Firriato's Caeles Syrah is a testament to the estate's dedication to organic viticulture, with the name 'Caeles' deriving from the Latin word for 'heavenly' or 'celestial,' representing a clean, nature-respecting approach to winemaking. Sourced from certified organic vineyards in the Trapani countryside, particularly the Borgo Guarini estate, the grapes benefit from a microclimate with significant diurnal temperature shifts and clay-rich soils. This environment coaxes out the grape's signature spicy and dark-fruit characteristics. Fermented and aged primarily in stainless steel to preserve its vibrant fruit profile and varietal purity, this wine beautifully marries the historic agricultural traditions of western Sicily with modern ecological stewardship.
🍾 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
Syrah
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
13.5% - 14%