Laithwaites, W/O Organic Grillo Spumante

(2025) Winemaker Dino Tascehtta describes the indigenous Sicilian variety Grillo as very versatile, and having a "thick skin, which means it can stand the heat of the Sicilian sun while maintaining a natural freshness." That made it his choice for a Prosecco-style sparkling wine, packaged in recycled glass and weighing in with just 11% abv. It is also certified organic and pretty dry, opening with apple core and citrus aromas, a little jasmine-like wisp of floral character betraying one of Grillo's parent varieties, Zibibbo, aka Muscat.In the mouth it seems more frizzante than full spumante, and the clean, fresh, apple and lemon flavours echo its aromas, a touch of something like lavender sneaks in too. Quite drinkable with a sherbetty finish that shows a little sweetness. Watch the video for more information.