Tenuta Regaleali 'Cavallo delle Fate' Sicily Grillo 2025'

Winemaking

Tenuta Regaleali is one of Sicily's most respected family estates, with a winemaking philosophy rooted in expressing the authentic character of native Sicilian varieties. The team here prioritizes clean, precise fermentation and minimal intervention—letting the fruit and terroir speak clearly in the glass.

Tasting Notes

This Grillo opens with bright citrus and stone fruit aromas, touched by delicate floral notes that hint at the wine's Mediterranean origin. The palate is crisp and alive, with green apple and lemon zest playing against a mineral spine that gives the wine structure and definition. Acidity drives the whole arc, carrying the wine through to a clean, lingering finish that leaves you wanting another sip.

Producer

Tenuta Regaleali occupies a significant place in Sicily's modern wine renaissance, operating as a substantial yet quality-focused estate in the heart of the island. The property has built its reputation on mastering native varietals like Grillo and Nero d'Avola, combining traditional Sicilian winemaking with contemporary precision and care.

Terroir

The estate sits in central Sicily, where the Mediterranean climate brings warm, dry summers tempered by coastal breezes that preserve acidity in the grapes. The limestone-rich soils and elevation help Grillo develop its signature mineral character while maintaining the crisp, food-friendly profile the variety is known for.

Food Pairings

Try this with a simple pasta alla Norma or fresh seafood—its mineral snap and citrus notes are natural partners for swordfish steaks or briny oysters. It's equally at home with a casual lunch of creamy burrata and heirloom tomatoes, or a composed dish of pan-seared scallops with preserved lemon and brown butter.