Poggio Anima Uriel Terre Siciliane Grillo 2023

Uriel, the “angel of light”, lends its name to this Sicilian Grillo that embodies the brightest and most refreshing side of the Mediterranean island. Sourced from vineyards located between Salemi and Vita, around 25 km from Marsala, this white wine is made from 20-year-old vines planted on clay-sandy soils at 500 metres of altitude.

With aromas of stone fruit, wildflowers and a subtle exotic touch of mango, Uriel 2023 is both generous and crisp, balancing minerality, tropical fruit and a dry, elegant profile. Fermentation in stainless steel and ageing on fine lees provide a soft texture, good persistence and a tense, refreshing finish.

Crafted by Riccardo Campinoti (Le Ragnaie, Montalcino) in partnership with Ronnie Sanders (Vine Street Imports), the Poggio Anima project is dedicated to producing authentic, soulful and approachable wines.

Technical Information

Producer: Poggio Anima (Riccardo Campinoti & Ronnie Sanders)
Region: Terre Siciliane IGT
Country: Italy
Grape variety: 100% Grillo
Vintage: 2023
Alcohol: 12.5%
Viticulture: Sustainable
Soil: Clay-sandy
Altitude: ~500 metres

Winemaking:
• Fully destemmed
• Short skin contact
• Stainless-steel fermentation at controlled temperature
• Ageing: 6 months on fine lees in stainless steel
• Bottling: No heavy filtration

Production: 4,000 cases

Tasting Notes

Colour: Golden straw with bright yellow highlights
Aroma: White peach, plum, wildflowers and a hint of mango
Palate: Medium-bodied, lively acidity, dry profile and mineral finish with maritime freshness
Style: Balanced, expressive and food-friendly

Food Pairing

Perfect with shellfish, oysters, white-fish carpaccio, citrus salads, lemon-based pasta dishes or as a summer aperitif. Its elegance and freshness also suit light Asian-inspired cuisine.

Curiosities

Uriel is the archangel of light and protection, symbolising the resilience of Grillo in Sicily’s warm climate.
The Poggio Anima project expresses different Italian regions through wines named after angels and demons — each cuvée representing a distinct personality.
Although Grillo is often associated with Marsala, here it shines in an elegant, dry expression.