A true extra dry, this friendly sparkler from the environs of Sambuca in Sicily (Agrigento) is playful from start to finish. The nose offers subtle lemon-lime aromas with hints of minerality and peach candy, while the palate yields warm citrus and just a touch of sweetness. Not overly dry on the finish, it's the perfect companion to antipasti or grilled seafood, and a great, southern Italian alternative to Prosecco.

Fun, unusual, and extremely well-made, this everyday "blanc de noirs" take on Etna's famous red grape left us grinning from ear to ear. After a subtle nose of lemon blossoms, the palate takes over with its bold architecture, bright acidity, and pronounced flavors of lemon curd. While winemaker Rosario Madaudo and his father produce several still wines, they are well-known locally for their diverse array of Sicilian bubblies, all offered up at "Palaverve", the family's hip sparkling wine bar in Messina.

Grown at 300-400 meters just 10 minutes from the sea, Rosario Madaudo's vines deliver a fresh and pleasantly dry Mediterranean wine from Sicily's NW corner. Calcareous clay soils and the addition of 15% Inzolia both help to underpin the wine's acidity, with its baseline Catarratto providing structure and fruit. Constant breezes from the Gulf of Castellmare both mitigate the summertime heat and help invest the wine with a bit of salinity... making it perfect to enjoy with a Niçoise salad or tower of chilled scampi.

A traditional blend from Sicily's lone DOCG, this fresh and friendly wine weaves together the dark fruit of Nero d'Avola with the freshness and aromatics of Frappato. 6 months in French barriques help to elevate the wine without detracting from its lighter style (or affordable price point). Vineyards are planted at 500 m just east of the Mount Etna DOC, sharing in its sun-drenched clime and pure volcanic soils. The perfect pairing for vibrant Mediterranean fare!

Perfect for a summer afternoon, Rosario Madaudo's fresh and fruity Frappato hails from 500 meters just outside the Etna growing zone, sharing in that sub-region's warm climate and 100% volcanic soils. On the nose, this wine exhibits vibrant cherry, balsamic, and black pepper notes... with a palate that's clean and refreshing for a red yet maintains its poise in the glass. Try with a slight chill and some homemade bruschetta - nothing better!

From the high altitude, volcanic soils of Mount Etna's Contrada San Lorenzo comes this classic Sicilian powerhouse loaded with dark fruits, vertical tannins, and telltale elements of tobacco and smoke. Father-son winemakers Alfio and Rosario Madaudo have crafted a wine that speaks directly to their island's warm climate, but simultaneously showcases an elegance we more often associate with wines from the north. Lush, lingering, sophisticated, and waiting for bold summertime flavors off the grill.