Cantina Marilina “Sketta” 2024 from Sicilia IGT is an organically farmed Grecanico from the Noto Valley that sits beautifully between mineral white and gently spiced skin‑contact style. This Cantina Marilina Sketta 2024 spends time on skins and in concrete, giving texture, savoury nuance and loads of character without losing freshness.

On the nose you’ll find citrus and orchard fruits, floral notes and a little stone fruit, wrapped up with white pepper, gentle spice and a savoury, almost salty edge. The palate is medium‑bodied, creamy and textural with crunchy acidity, flavours of peach, pear and citrus pith, plus a lightly nutty, mineral finish that keeps drawing you back for another sip. It’s a seriously engaging natural Sicilian white.

This is cracking as an aperitivo or alongside grilled octopus, prawn skewers and simply grilled white fish, as well as Sicilian‑style vegetable dishes like caponata, roasted peppers and fennel salads. It also works brilliantly with soft cheeses, charcuterie and mezze‑style grazing boards where its spice and texture complement a spread of flavours on the table.