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Marsala

Sicilian fortified wine, produced in dry and sweet styles and long a staple of both the cellar and the kitchen.

In detail

Origin
Marsala, Sicily.
Major regions
Western Sicily
Grapes
Grillo, Catarratto, Inzolia
Flavour profile
Brown sugar, apricot, tamarind, vanilla and toasted almond.
Body
Medium to full
Acidity
Medium
Sweetness
Dry to sweet

Recommended Glass

Port Glass

A small, narrow bowl with a defined taper, holding roughly three ounces.

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Serving Temperature

12–14°C (54–57°F)

A little cooler than room temperature for reds; properly cold but not frozen for whites and sparkling.

Food Pairings

  • Zabaglione
  • Aged parmesan
  • Chicken marsala
  • Dried fruit
  • Pecorino

Notable examples & brands

  • Marco De Bartoli Vecchio Samperi
  • Florio Marsala Superiore