The 2023 Bianco demands attention with a beguiling bouquet that mixes crushed rocks, sesame seeds and curry leaves with nectarines and lemon zest. This opens with a pretty inner sweetness contrasted by masses of salty minerals and zesty acidity as ripe orchard fruits cascade throughout. The 2023 tapers off dramatically, long and spicy. A sour citrus tinge forces the mouth to salivate as hints of candied lime and a tart Granny Smith apple concentration slowly fade. In a word, fantastic.
94 points, Eric Guido, Vinous (Jun 2024)
The nose is savory, umami and warm, like burnt popcorn at the bottom of the bag, or wild oregano pan-toasted with fresh lemon. That savory citrus element intensifies on the palate, which offers a dynamic mouthfeel thanks also to searing acid.
94 points, Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast (Jul 2025)
A pure expression of Carricante, the Idda 2023 Sicilia Bianco shows citrusy notes, some freshly cut grass, honey and creamy almond. This native grape from the volcanic slopes of Mount Etna is usually quite sharp and steely in presentation, but this bottle from the Gaja and Graci winemaking team offers more textural heft and overall fruit weight. When you look deeper, you might find Sicilian tones of bergamot and caper blossom. Idda does a great job with this mid-weight white wine.
93 points, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (Apr 2025)
Fresh and fragrant, with a waft of citronella accenting flavors of peach skin, poached apricot, preserved lemon and toasted hazelnut. Lightly plush and pleasing in texture, with hints of lemon oil, white mocha and fleur de sel adding fine detail on the lasting finish. Drink now through 2030. 300 cases imported.
92 points, Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator (Apr 2025)
A crunchy white with sliced-pear and lemon character, highlighted with green-apple undertones. It’s medium-bodied with a pretty core of fruit and a fresh finish. Drink now.
92 points, James Suckling (Jul 2024)
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