Our Wines
Our vegan-friendly wines are made with organic grapes planted throughout the Northwest coastal province of Trapani, Sicily. More specifically, in the heart of the Valle del Belice (Valley of Belice), which includes the villages of Vita, Calatafimi-Segesta, Salemi, and Campobello di Mazara.
Our growers use sustainable winemaking practices that not only make our wines taste better, but help protect the local environment, support social responsibility, and promote economic growth in their communities.
We are proud of our wines, and we are proud to work with the men and women who make them. Their wine cooperative in Sicily reminds us of our own “cooperative” of sorts: a group of like-minded individuals, passionate about their chosen craft, coming together to create quality products that just taste good.
VENUS: Roman Goddess of Love
Most often associated with love and beauty, Venus is also the patroness of vineyards. One of her many symbols is the white dove—an homage to the cooperative from which our wines are produced. Her beauty represents a subtle, more refined sense of power—a stark contrast to the bold and fiery flames of her husband and god of fire, Vulcan.
Organic Sparkling Wine NV | Brut Nature Extra Dry | 100% Chardonnay | Alc. 11% Residual Sugar: 2.88 g/l
Varietal description: This sparkling wine—or spumante in Italian—is made using the Charmat Method (aka Metodo Italiano), a sparkling winemaking process that traps bubbles in wine via carbonation in large steel tanks. This process involves 5 stages over a 10-day period to complete. The results are a dry, elegant, light, and refreshing wine with fresh fruit character. No additional sugar has been added to this wine; only the natural residual sugar remains.
Appearance: Bright straw yellow
Aromas + Flavors: Pear, yellow apple, peach, yellow plum, cinnamon
Structure: Light body, medium acidity
Food pairing suggestions: Oysters, smoked salmon, shrimp, sushi, fried foods, triple-cream cheeses, fruit tarts
AURORA: Roman Goddess of the Dawn
Forever young and first to awake, Aurora arises from the sea to ride across the sky in her chariot announcing the arrival of the sun and the start of a new day. Aurora, or aurum, the Latin word for gold, symbolizes new beginnings and the opportunities a new day brings.
Organic White Wine | 100% Catarratto (Lucido) | Alc. 12.5%
Varietal description: Catarratto (aka Lucido) has a lively, crisp, and zesty acidity that makes you think of Sicilian lemon trees basking in the sun. It is a native Sicilian grape, planted throughout the island. Aurora is a great example of how versatile and unique this grape can be.
Appearance: Pale golden yellow with green reflections
Aromas + Flavors: Citrus fruits, lemon zest, fresh peaches, citrus blossoms, lychee
Structure: Light-medium body, medium acidity
Food pairing suggestions: Antipasti, fish, Thai food, sushi, soft goat cheese, chicken, couscous, shellfish, grilled vegetables, salad, pasta
FLORA: Roman Goddess of Spring
Flora symbolizes a rebirth, the renewal of the cycle of life, drinking, nature, and flowers. She is the goddess of flowering plants and blossoming, which coincides with the blossoming, or budding, of the vines and the new vintage wine releases in the Spring.
Organic Rosé Wine | 100% Nero d’Avola | Alc. 12.5%
Varietal description: Rosé wines made from Nero d’Avola grapes are fresh and fruity, and come in lovely shades of bright pink hues. Springtime in a bottle! These wines are food friendly and easy to drink year-round.
Appearance: Bright, light pink
Aromas + Flavors: Pink grapefruit, blood orange, strawberries, cherries, geraniums, cherry blossoms
Structure: Light body, medium acidity
Food pairing suggestions: Salmon, pork, charcuterie, brie cheese, goat cheese, veggie pizza, leafy salads, pasta
VULCAN: Roman God of Fire
Vulcan, who’s namesake means “volcano,” was tossed into Mount Etna, an active volcano in Sicily, by his mother, the goddess Juno, for being ugly and lame. It was these imperfections that compelled Vulcan to seek perfection in his craft as the blacksmith for all the gods and goddesses in Olympus. He forged his weapons and armor, thrones, and jewelry in the red-hot flames of the volcano. Vulcan’s fiery personality is balanced by the beauty and elegance of his wife, Venus, the goddess of love.
Organic Red Wine | 100% Nero d’Avola | Alc. 14%
Varietal description: Nero d’Avola is the most important indigenous grape and most widely planted red wine grape in Sicily. Its name means “the black grape of Avola”. This wine is fruit-forward with of notes of licorice and spice. It pairs best with bold, rich foods.
Appearance: Ruby red
Aromas + Flavors: Dark berry fruits, plum, blackberry, spice, licorice
Structure: Full-bodied, medium tannins, well balanced
Food pairing suggestions: BBQ, burgers, pulled pork, meatballs, lasagna, pizza, smoked meats, steak
