DOC · since 1999
Sciacca
Wine · PDO · 2 municipalities
Established in 1999 across the Sicilian municipalities of Sciacca and Caltabellotta, the Sciacca DOC represents a dormant viticultural template with 0 verified producers currently bottling under its name. What distinguishes this denomination from neighboring Sicilian territories is its highly specialized white-wine sub-zone, Riserva Rayana. Unlike typical regional white wines designed for immediate drinking, a Rayana blend of Catarratto Lucido and Inzolia must undergo a mandatory 2 years of aging—including at least 12 months in wood—and reach a robust minimum of 13.5% alcohol at consumption, setting a rigorous standard for coastal Sicilian whites.
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola, Sangiovese (congiuntamente o disgiuntamente) 70%11.5% vol min120 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
Producers0 verified
The facts
- Colour
- ruby red
- Taste
- slightly tannic
The producers 0
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sciacca produced?
- Sciacca is produced in 2 municipalities in Sicily, Italy: Caltabellotta, Sciacca.
- What grape is Sciacca made from?
- Sciacca is made from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Nero d'Avola, Sangiovese (congiuntamente o disgiuntamente) (min 70%), altri vitigni a bacca rossa non aromatici idonei alla coltivazione in Sicilia.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Sciacca?
- The minimum alcohol content of Sciacca is 11.5% vol.
- What does DOC mean?
- DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) certifies that a wine is produced in a defined zone following its official disciplinare.