by Ray Johnson | Apr 1, 2012 | Grillo, Italy, Marsala, Sicilia
During my visit to Pellegrino I had the opportunity to learn first-hand about one of Europe’s most famous fortified wines, Marsala. While the market has faded and consumer interest in these wines has waned, a few producers soldier on making traditional and...
by Ray Johnson | Oct 14, 2008 | Italy, Marsala, Sicilia
Duca di Castelmonte, Marsala DOC, Fine Sweet I.P. nv This is caramel and Christmas pudding in a warm glass. Bottled in Marsala 17% $10.99 at Traverso’s
by Ray Johnson | Sep 30, 2007 | Fortified dessert, Italy, Marsala, Sicilia
Marsala is known the world over but like Madeira it often gets categorized as a mere cooking wine. This is unfortunate as the flavors can delight and since the wine is out of fashion, it’s price point is attractive. Florio Marsala DOC Fine Ambra Secco Marsala...
