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Structure

Bodylight
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 1 to 5 years from vintage.

vintage1 yrs5 yrs8 yrs

Critic scores

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In the glass

Light-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryCrisp, Mineral, Floral finish

Aroma: white flowers, citrus blossom, fresh apricot, light mineral

Palate: citrus zest, pear, light floral, saline mineral

Caravaglio's Salina Bianco is a dry expression of Malvasia di Lipari: the grape's characteristic floral and apricot aromatics expressed without sweetness, blended with Inzolia for freshness. A charming, mineral everyday white from the Aeolian Islands.

What it pairs with

  • Spaghetti con bottarga di muggine (mullet roe pasta) Floral aromatics and saline mineral character frame the intense salted mullet roe pasta.More wines for fish →
  • Grilled Aeolian-style fish The wine's island mineral character and floral notes are the natural match for Aeolian fish preparations.More wines for fish →
  • Caponata di Salina (aubergine, capers, olives) Floral freshness and bright acidity bridge the sweet-sour island caponata.More wines for chicken and white meat →

How to serve Caravaglio Salina Bianco

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Spaghetti con bottarga di muggine (mullet roe pasta), Grilled Aeolian-style fish, Caponata di Salina (aubergine, capers, olives). Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Caravaglio introduced a dry Salina Bianco in 2000 to offer a table wine alongside the sweet Malvasia, drawing on Malvasia di Lipari for aromatics and Inzolia for structure and freshness. The wine captures the Aeolian Islands' character in a dry everyday format.

  1. 2000First Caravaglio Salina Bianco vintage

Facts

Producer
Caravaglio (Salina / Malvasia) · visiting guide
Grapes
Malvasia di Lipari (80%), Inzolia (20%)
Classification
Terre Siciliane IGT
Oak
Stainless steel on fine lees
ABV
12.5%
Price
€14-22 at retail
Drinking window
1-5 from vintage
First vintage
2000
Organic
ORGANIC CERTIFIED

Frequently asked about Caravaglio Salina Bianco

What does Caravaglio Salina Bianco taste like?

On the nose, white flowers, citrus blossom, fresh apricot, light mineral. On the palate, citrus zest, pear, light floral, saline mineral. Structurally light-bodied, low tannins, high acidity with a crisp, mineral, floral finish. Caravaglio's Salina Bianco is a dry expression of Malvasia di Lipari: the grape's characteristic floral and apricot aromatics expressed without sweetness, blended with Inzolia for freshness. A charming, mineral everyday white from the Aeolian Islands.

When should I drink Caravaglio Salina Bianco?

Drink 1-5 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Caravaglio Salina Bianco?

Spaghetti con bottarga di muggine (mullet roe pasta) is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled Aeolian-style fish and Caponata di Salina (aubergine, capers, olives). Floral aromatics and saline mineral character frame the intense salted mullet roe pasta.

What grapes are in Caravaglio Salina Bianco?

The blend is Malvasia di Lipari (80%), Inzolia (20%). The wine is classified as Terre Siciliane IGT.

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