Camelot
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Typically best enjoyed 5–15 years from the vintage release.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled ribeye steak, aged pecorino cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Firriato's Camelot is a prestigious Sicilian interpretation of the classic Bordeaux blend, born from the clay-loam soils of the Baglio Soria estate in the Trapani countryside. Here, the intense Mediterranean sun is tempered by cooling sea breezes, allowing international varieties to develop extraordinary complexity and rich polyphenolic structure. The wine's name, Camelot, evokes the legendary court of King Arthur, symbolizing a chivalric quest for winemaking perfection and the harmonious alliance of two noble grape varieties. Vinified with meticulous care and aged in French oak barriques, Camelot marries the structure and herbaceous hints of Cabernet Sauvignon with the plush, velvety fruit of Merlot, resulting in a dark, brooding, and sophisticated red that bridges old-world elegance with Sicilian warmth.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1984 by Salvatore Di Gaetano and Vinzia Novara, Firriato is a pioneering Sicilian winery headquartered in Paceco, Trapani, dedicated to championing the island's diverse microclimates and indigenous grape varieties. Operating across distinct terroirs—ranging from the clay-rich soils of the Trapani countryside to the high-altitude volcanic slopes of Mount Etna and the maritime environment of the island of Favignana—the estate is deeply committed to certified organic viticulture and environmental sustainability. Firriato is highly acclaimed for its expressive, terroir-driven wines, particularly those crafted from Nero d'Avola, Perricone, and Grillo, showcased in signature labels such as the robust Harmonium, the elegant Ribeca, and the historic Santagostino Baglio Soria. Official Address: Via Trapani 113, 91027 Paceco, Trapani, Sicily, Italy. Website: https://firriato.it