NoseThe nose opens with aromas of white flowers, citrus andtropical fruit and evolves in more complex exotic fruit, dried apricot and vanillanotes. apricotlemonlycheeorange-blossompeachpineapplevanilla
FlavorOn the palate it is perfectly balanced between fruit flavors and alively citrus acidity.
Sicily At a Glance
Region NameSicily
Sicily is Italy’s southernmost region and the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. For more than 2500 years, Sicily (Sicilia in Italian) has been a significant center of Mediterranean viniculture, although the reputation and style of its wines have changed significantly over that time.
Score: 90Vintage 2023James SucklingA refreshing, vivid and agile blend of grillo and viognier. Aromas of dried pineapple, warm spices and some dried pears. It’s medium-bodied with a fresh and playful expression on the palate. Juicy finish. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 91Vintage 2022James Suckling MagazineAromas of green apples, citrus peel and tarragon with some floral fragrance to it. Medium-bodied, tangy and fresh with crisp minerality and a sleek, creamy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 91Vintage 2021James Suckling MagazineA lovely nose of chamomile, preserved lemon and pink grapefruit. Medium-bodied with zesty acidity and ground-spice character. Steady, with a lingering finish. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2021Wine EnthusiastOn the nose of this wine, lemon, lime and hints of grapefruit are joined by aromas of almond paste, almond flowers and eventually fresh herbs and grass. More marzipan appears on the palate along with lemon bars, lemon zest and a saline lick of quartz.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 89Vintage 2021Vinous MediaThe 2021 Grillo-Viognier Rina Lanca is tropical in style, with sweet custard complementing a rich blend of mango and melon. This is rich, nearly oily in texture, with waves of ripe peach contrasted by salty minerals and spice. A flourish of sour citrus adds balance through the finale, as the Rina Lanca tapers off on a savory note.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2020James SucklingWhite-peach and melon here with lots of floral and blanched-almond character from the viognier. Medium-bodied with a more savory, dry-mineral finish. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2019James SucklingAromas of dried lemons, pomelo pith, herbs and pears. Seashells, too. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity and a saline, savory and textured palate. Mineral and lengthy finish. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2019Wine EnthusiastMade with organically farmed Grillo and Viognier, this crisp, savory white has aromas of fragrant spring flowers, citrus and crushed Mediterranean herbs. The racy palate doles out juicy grapefruit, yellow peach and a saline note alongside vibrant acidity. It closes on a hint of fennel seed. Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 89Vintage 2019Vinous MediaThe 2019 Rina Ianca delivers everything you’d hope for from a blend of Grillo and Viognier. It’s intensely fruity, floral, exotic and a bit tropical on the nose. There’s a glycerol weightiness and inner sweetness here, wonderfully contrasted by bright acids, zesty citrus and hints of mint. Notes of sour apple and green melon linger, along with a bitter suggestion of savory herbs. Nicely done.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 88Vintage 2018Wine EnthusiastYellow stone fruit and fragrant spring flower aromas lead the nose. Made with organically grown grapes, the tangy palate offers white grapefruit, apricot and tangerine drop candy alongside bright acidity.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
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