Floriovo Originale
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Enjoy upon release; stays stable for several years after opening when chilled.
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Tiramisu, Cannoli Siciliani, Sabayon over berries
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Born from Cantine Florio's seaside cellars in Marsala, Floriovo Originale is a historical Sicilian fortified aromatized specialty. Crafted from traditional Sicilian white grapes, the base wine is fortified and infused with natural egg yolk extracts and delicate flavorings, a practice pioneered in the 19th century to create restorative, flavor-dense fortified drinks. The barrel aging in historic coastal cellars imparts subtle oxidized wood and salty sea air nuances, enriching the wine's aromatic complexity with layers of toasted almonds, warm pastry cream, and dried Mediterranean fruits.
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Founded in 1833 by visionary entrepreneur Vincenzo Florio in Marsala, Sicily, Cantine Florio is one of Italy's most historic and revered producers of fortified wines. Situated directly along the Mediterranean coast, the estate's atmospheric tufa-built cellars harness maritime breezes to age wines under precise natural temperature and humidity conditions. Renowned for defining the modern identity of Marsala, Florio combines centuries-old oak-aging traditions with meticulous cellar management. Its distinguished portfolio ranges from dry, complex Marsala Vergine and rich Marsala Superiore to classic aromatized fortified expressions such as Floriovo.