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Mamertino di Milazzo DOC

  • Sicily
  • Vineyard Area: 26,01 Hectares 
  • Year Appellation Started: 2004
  • Appellation Last modified: 2014
  • White (Bianco)
  • Rosso (Red)
  • Still White Wine: minimum 35% Grillo and Inzolia (each – minimum 10%) + minimum 45% Catarratto + maximum 20% other white grape varieties allowed for cultivation in the region. Minimum ageing  – 24 months of which 6 in oak for Riserva. 100% Grillo and Inzolia (minimum 20% of each). 
  • Still Red Wine: minimum 60% Calabrese + minimum 10% Nocera + maximum 30% other red grape varieties allowed for cultivation in the region. Minimum ageing  – 24 months of which 6 in oak for Riserva. Minimum 85% Calabrese + maximum 15% other red grape varieties allowed for cultivation in the region for monovarietal label. Minimum ageing  – 24 months of which 6 in oak for Riserva.
  • Total Production: 1.110 Hectolitres
  • White Wine: N/A
  • Rose Wine: N/A
  • Red Wine: N/A
  • The name “Mamertino” has historical roots dating back to ancient times, with references to wines produced in the area by the Mamertini, a people who inhabited the region around Milazzo. These wines were known to be served at the Roman imperial court, highlighting their esteemed quality.

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