GRAPE VARIETIES

Grillo

Grillo is a grape that grows in Sicily. It is a natural crossing of Catarratto Bianco Lucido and Moscato di Alessandria, therefore it is slightly aromatic.


We are working on this Grillo grape description. Please come back soon.
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Two of the best books about Italian grapes, where some of this information come from, are:
Native Grapes of Italy, by Ian d’Agata
Italian Wine Unplugged, by Steve Kim

Additionally, you can discover the other grapes from Sicily.

Paola Pavan is a bilingual food and Beverage communicator who brings Italy’s vibrant drinks culture to life. As editor‑in‑chief of Drink Italian, she crafts narratives around wine, spirits, travel, and Italian terroir that resonate globally.