Like a fruit bowl took a walk on the wild side. Juicy red berries, blackberries, blueberries, and every kind of plum having a party - sour, red, black - you name it. Add a handful of red cherries, a pinch of pepper, a whiff of dried herbs, and just a cheeky wink of milk chocolate. It's tannins are smooth like your mate who always gets free drinks at the bar. The finish? All about that juicy fruit swagger.

Let us introduce you to Cantina Birgi - a laid-back legend from the sun-soaked coast of western Sicily, right near the dreamy Stagnone Lagoon. Kicking off in 1960 with just ten local farmers, it’s now a 1,000-strong crew growing grapes across nearly 3,000 hectares. They blend old-school bush vines with modern techniques, keeping it real while turning out seriously high-quality fruit year after year. Birgi’s all about showing off Sicily’s flavour-packed grapes - think Grillo, Nero d’Avola, Frappato, and Catarratto - in everything from crisp organics to silky reds and vibrant sparkling wines. They're hands-on in the vineyard and dead set on quality, and it’s paying off - six of their wines just scored wins at the 2024 Wine Hunter Awards, including a Gold for their Zibibbo. Long story short: Birgi is the real deal - rooted in tradition, buzzing with innovation, and bottling pure Sicilian soul.