{"title":"Marco de Bartoli","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarco de Bartoli restored the dignity of Marsala and in doing so became one of Sicily's most important wine figures. Today the estate continues under his children, producing benchmark oxidative wines alongside fresh, mineral expressions of Grillo and Zibibbo.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-catarratto-lucido-2024","title":"Marco de Bartoli Catarratto Lucido 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom western Sicily, where salt wind and limestone soils define almost every vineyard decision, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMarco de Bartoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e works with a deep focus on native varieties and site expression. While the estate is best known for its historic Marsala and island wines from Pantelleria, its dry whites have become just as important in showing the everyday voice of Sicily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatarratto Lucido refers to a selected biotype of Catarratto, the island’s most widely planted white grape. “Lucido” translates as “bright” or “polished,” and it points to a slightly cleaner, more aromatic and precise expression of the variety compared to more rustic selections. It tends to show greater definition in the fruit, higher natural freshness, and a more linear structure in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Sicily’s warm climate, Catarratto can easily become heavy or overly broad, but in the Lucido form it keeps a firmer frame. It is typically grown in hillside and coastal-influenced sites where diurnal shifts help preserve acidity and aromatic lift. The result is a style that leans into clarity rather than richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows citrus oil, green apple and white flowers, with a faint almond bitterness and a distinctly saline, almost chalky edge. The palate is dry and focused, with a gentle phenolic grip that gives shape and length rather than weight. There is a quiet tension running through it, balancing ripe Mediterranean fruit with freshness drawn from sea influence and altitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not a showy white. Instead, it reflects the estate’s broader philosophy: minimal intervention, strong varietal identity, and a preference for wines that feel transparent rather than constructed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50341009588417,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Marco_de_Bartoli_Catarratto_Lucido_2024.jpg?v=1781699631"},{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-grappoli-del-grillo-riserva-bio-2023","title":"Marco de Bartoli Grappoli Del Grillo Riserva Bio 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrillo in the hands of Sicily’s most influential traditionalists becomes something far more layered than a simple coastal white. \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMarco de Bartoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e approaches it with the same discipline that shaped their historic Marsala, focusing on clarity, vineyard identity and low-intervention farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrappoli del Grillo is the more structured expression of the grape, and the 2023 Riserva leans into that seriousness. Fruit comes from organically farmed vines and is selected for balance and completeness rather than sheer ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aromatics sit in a tight register of lemon peel, ripe citrus and yellow apple, with almond, dried herbs and a faint saline note building underneath. There’s warmth to the fruit, but it stays controlled and never spills into excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate it has a calm, steady presence. Lees ageing adds a soft, almost waxy texture, but the wine keeps its line thanks to bright acidity and a distinct coastal mineral edge. The finish is dry, slightly savoury and persistent, with a subtle nutty echo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA composed, quietly serious Grillo that shows how far the variety can go when treated with restraint and focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50341016371393,"sku":null,"price":116.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Marco_de_Bartoli_Grappoli_Del_Grillo_Riserva_Bio_2023.webp?v=1781700071"},{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-integer-grillo-superiore-2022","title":"Marco de Bartoli Integer Grillo Superiore 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn western Sicily, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMarco de Bartoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has long worked at the intersection of tradition and precision, treating native grapes not as raw material but as cultural expression. The “Integer” range sits slightly apart from the estate’s more classical bottlings, offering a textural, more savoury interpretation of Sicily’s core varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrillo Superiore in this form is built on a simple idea: same fruit, different philosophy. Fermentation and élevage take place in old oak rather than stainless steel, with extended lees contact and no filtration. The result is less about primary fruit and more about shape, texture and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 shows Grillo in a broader, more tactile register. Citrus oil, ripe lemon and yellow pear form the base, but quickly give way to more layered notes of chamomile, toasted almond, dried herbs and a faint saline edge. There’s a gentle oxidative hint from the élevage that adds complexity rather than weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate it is fuller and more enveloping than the estate’s classic Grillo. The oak is integrated rather than dominant, adding a soft grain to the texture while the acidity keeps everything lifted. It moves slowly, unfolding rather than snapping into focus, with a long, savoury finish marked by citrus peel and nutty persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA more contemplative expression of Grillo, showing what happens when the grape is given time, oxygen and texture rather than just freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50341022531777,"sku":null,"price":114.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Marco_de_Bartoli_Integer_Grillo_Superiore_2022.jpg?v=1781700558"},{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-integer-zibibbo-2022","title":"Marco de Bartoli Integer Zibibbo 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom western Sicily, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMarco de Bartoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e uses the “Integer” range to push native grapes into a more textural, skin-driven direction, while still keeping the focus on balance and drinkability rather than heaviness or excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 Zibibbo comes from old bush vines on the island of Pantelleria, where volcanic soils, wind exposure and extreme heat naturally concentrate flavour while preserving a surprising line of freshness. In the glass, it sits between golden and amber tones, immediately signalling a more expressive style of white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAromatically, it is lifted and complex: orange blossom, apricot, peach and ripe citrus, layered with herbs, dried flowers and a subtle spice note. There is a clear Mediterranean generosity in the fruit, but it is framed rather than inflated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate it shows real structure for a white wine. There is a gentle phenolic grip from skin contact, giving shape and texture without tipping into heaviness. Citrus oil, tropical fruit and bitter orange peel run through the core, supported by a saline, slightly savoury finish that keeps everything moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits in that interesting space between freshness and texture: more layered than a classic dry white, but not heavy or oxidative in the way some natural styles can be. A distinctly Sicilian expression of Zibibbo, shaped by sun, wind and volcanic soil, with enough grip to stand up to food and enough lift to stay highly drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50341027086529,"sku":null,"price":114.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Marco_de_Bartoli_Integer_Zibibbo_2022.png?v=1781700820"},{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-rosso-di-marco-2023","title":"Marco de Bartoli Rosso di Marco 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003ePignatello is one of those Sicilian grapes that nearly disappeared into obscurity before being pulled back into focus by producers willing to treat it seriously. \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMarco de Bartoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e approaches it with that exact intent in Rosso di Marco, working in a style that prioritises native character over intervention or polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 is made from 100% Pignatello (Perricone), a historic western Sicilian variety traditionally associated with the Trapani area. Organically farmed fruit is hand-harvested and vinified with native yeasts, then matured in French oak to build shape and complexity without overwhelming the grape’s identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine opens on red cherry, wild strawberry and plum, followed by blood orange peel, Mediterranean herbs and gentle spice. The fruit is ripe but lifted, carrying a natural brightness that keeps the wine from feeling heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate it is supple and fluid, with fine tannins and fresh acidity giving it a light, agile structure. A subtle earthy and savoury edge runs through the finish, adding definition and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quietly distinctive Sicilian red that brings Pignatello back into focus, showing its natural vibrancy and character through a restrained, modern interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50341028888769,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Marco_de_Bartoli_Rosso_di_Marco_2023.webp?v=1781701310"},{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-etna-rosso-2022","title":"Marco de Bartoli Etna Rosso 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the northern slopes of Mount Etna near Solicchiata and Linguaglossa, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMarco de Bartoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e brings its trademark restraint and precision to one of Italy’s most distinctive red wine landscapes. The DBE bottling comes from the Tenuta Solisciaro estate, where high altitude, lava soils and constant volcanic influence shape a red built on perfume rather than power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 is made from \u003cstrong\u003e100% Nerello Mascalese\u003c\/strong\u003e, the noble red grape of Etna, known for its ability to translate altitude and volcanic soils into aromatic lift, fine structure and long, mineral-driven ageing potential. Production is extremely limited, with only around 2,500 bottles made from this vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt opens with bright red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry, followed by violets, rose petals and a subtle layer of dried herbs and spice. Beneath the fruit sits a clear volcanic signature: ash, crushed stone and a smoky mineral edge that gives definition to the aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate it is linear and finely tuned. Acidity is the driving force, carrying the wine with energy and precision, while fine, powdery tannins add shape without weight. The fruit remains red and high-toned throughout, never drifting into darkness or excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long, fresh and slightly saline, with a persistent mineral echo that reflects its volcanic origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pure expression of Nerello Mascalese from Etna’s northern face, defined by altitude, lava soils and a deliberately restrained winemaking approach focused on clarity and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50341036261569,"sku":null,"price":102.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Marco_de_Bartoli_Etna_Rosso_2022.webp?v=1781701684"},{"product_id":"marco-de-bartoli-pietra-nera-zibibbo-2024","title":"Marco de Bartoli Pietra Nera Zibibbo 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom Pantelleria, where wind and salt constantly shape the vines, \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMarco de Bartoli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e has long championed Zibibbo as a serious dry wine grape rather than just a base for sweet styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePietra Nera comes from the north-facing vineyards of \u003cstrong\u003eContrada Cufurà and Contrada Ghirlanda\u003c\/strong\u003e, a cooler exposure that helps preserve acidity and aromatics despite the island’s intense sun. These sites sit on volcanic soils that bring a distinct mineral edge and tension to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarco de Bartoli first produced Pietra Nera in 1989, at a time when Zibibbo was still overwhelmingly associated with sweet or fortified styles. It was a quiet but important shift: showing that one of Pantelleria’s most aromatic grapes could also speak clearly in a dry, structured form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2024 continues that idea. Orange blossom, apricot and mandarin sit alongside jasmine, citrus peel and a saline, almost iodine-like mineral note. The fruit is expressive but controlled, shaped by wind, altitude and the island’s volcanic soils rather than ripeness alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate it is dry, precise and lightly textural. There is aromatic intensity, but also a clear mineral spine that keeps everything linear. 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