Marsala Fine, Curatolo Arini NV

This Marsala is produced in the traditional manner, vinified from Grillo, Inzolia and Cataratto grapes before being fortified with grape spirit and and cask aged for a minimum of a year. It's an excellent dry style with notes of toasted almond, citrus fruit and rich caramel.

It's great to appreciate as an aperitif, alongside savoury canapés, olives and nuts.

Established in 1875 Curatolo Arini is now run by the fifth generation of Curatolos, making it the oldest family-owned Marsala producer. They are based in the town of Marsala itself at the far western tip of Sicily. While best known for their Marsala, they also make an impressive array of table wines and mainly focus on indigenous Sicilian grapes such as Nero d'Avola and Zibibbo.