An enterprising British merchant, Benjamin known as Bip, founded an economic empire linked to Marsala production in Sicily in 1806.

Product of Italy.

Soil composition: medium-textured, tending to sandy soil. Altitude: few metres above sea level. Climate: Mediterranean, mild winters, limited rainfall, very hot and windy summers.

Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites.

Grape variety: Grillo, Catarratto and Inzolia.

Regional information: Coastline of Marsala and Petrosino.

Tasting notes: Colour: deep gold with hues of amber. Aroma: ethereal, with strong hints of melon and light notes of honey and loquat. Palate: sweet and lingering, with evident notes of apricots and stewed pears.

Alcohol by volume: 18%.

Serving suggestions: Traditional: All Sicilian pastries with ricotta and pastry creams. Unconventional: all aged and spicy cheeses served with pears, grapes or Chinese lantern berries. Serve at 12°-14° C.

Vinification details: Grillo, Catarratto, Inzolia.