Terre d'Ocra
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2024
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled seafood, spaghetti with clams, fresh goat cheese
✨ Technical Specifications
Terre d'Ocra is an evocative white wine from Firriato that pays homage to the warm, ochre-colored soils ('ocra') of the Trapani countryside in western Sicily. This region, steeped in ancient Phoenician and Roman agricultural history, features clay-rich soils that absorb the intense Mediterranean sun while maritime breezes from the nearby sea mitigate the heat. Crafted primarily from the indigenous Grillo grape, this wine undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel to preserve its vibrant primary fruit aromas and crisp minerality. It captures the essence of Sicily's coastal terroir, offering a bright, sun-drenched character that reflects Firriato's dedication to preserving the island's native viticultural heritage.
🍾 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