Inzolia
Sicily's Workhorse White
Inzolia is grown in Sicily, Marsala and Giglio.
4regions it is known for
2other names
- Tastes of
- citrus, almond, herbs and saline
- Goes with
- caponata, grilled sardines and arancini
- Also called
- Ansonica, Insolia
The story
Also known as Ansonica, Inzolia is Sicily's traditional white grape—once Marsala's base wine.
Insider story
Inzolia was dismissed as bland. But old-vine examples from Etna show real character.
Technical deep dive
Medium-bodied whites with moderate acidity and stone fruit character.
Flavor profile: peach, almond, citrus, subtle herbs.
Industry secrets
Inzolia is essential to Marsala production.
The grape benefits from barrel aging.
For collectors
Investment grade D
- Auction records
- No auction market
- Blue-chip producers
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- Ferrandes
- Cusumano
- Value picks
- Quality Sicilian Inzolia ($10-20)
- Price trend
- Stable.
- Collector’s tip
- Drink young.