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The Florio cellars: let yourself be inebriated by the history and goodness of North-Western Sicily.
29 July 2022 - Categorie: Food and wine tourism, Cultural tourism, Typical Products Tags:
Those who come to Sicily for the holidays cannot ignore a few simple elements: the sun, the sea, the architectural beauties that you voluntarily or involuntarily come across during your walks, good food and excellent wine! In this regard, one of the most popular destinations for international tourism is the Florio cellars, one of the oldest winery in Sicily and best known for the production of Marsala wine. The plant, in fact, is located in the homonymous town in the province of the splendid Trapani and offers an excellent starting point for exploring the beauties of north-western Sicily: beyond the wine cellars rich in history, you cannot miss the fascinating salt pans of Trapani, and right from Trapani by hydrofoil you can visit the Egadi Islands in a day. Another sensational stop is the Island of Mozia with its historic landing stage and the Zingaro Reserve, Scopello and the Caribbean beach of San Vito lo Capo.
The winery was founded in 1833 by Vincenzo Florio who, after purchasing a large slice of land, had a factory built there for the production of Marsala. Precisely because the plant was located between the beams of Ingham - Whitaker and Woodhouse, already producers and exporters of Marsala wine since 1796, the first years of the Florio Cellars were very difficult, with little earnings, and they could survive only thanks to the fame and to the resources of the Floria family, then among the richest in Italy, It was their merchant fleets and their international trade organization that made Marsala the dessert wine most served on European and, subsequently, American tables. Since then, the cellars have passed through different hands (eg Cinzano and ILLVA S.p.A) but the good Marsala survives together with the production of Moscato, Passito di Pantelleria, and other wines such as Duca di Salaparuta, Corvo and Florio.
The winery was founded in 1833 by Vincenzo Florio who, after purchasing a large slice of land, had a factory built there for the production of Marsala. Precisely because the plant was located between the beams of Ingham - Whitaker and Woodhouse, already producers and exporters of Marsala wine since 1796, the first years of the Florio Cellars were very difficult, with little earnings, and they could survive only thanks to the fame and to the resources of the Floria family, then among the richest in Italy, It was their merchant fleets and their international trade organization that made Marsala the dessert wine most served on European and, subsequently, American tables. Since then, the cellars have passed through different hands (eg Cinzano and ILLVA S.p.A) but the good Marsala survives together with the production of Moscato, Passito di Pantelleria, and other wines such as Duca di Salaparuta, Corvo and Florio.
Wine barrels of Duca di Salaparuta
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We highly recommend a guided tour inside the Florio cellars among their giant vats built at the end of the 19th century, and still used today for the refining of Marsala, and inside the 3 splendid 165 meter long barrel rooms with 1400 carts and about 600 barrels for a total of almost 5,500,000 litres of Marsala. Of course, the tour could end in the wonderful Florio terrace where, while enjoying the light breeze and the breathtaking view, you can taste excellent wines. And after letting yourself be inebriated by the beauty of the place, not only metaphorically, you can always stay and rest in one of our fantastic luxury villas with private pools in the Trapani area.
Recommended villas
Profumo di Mare: Located to the east of the wonderful Gulf of San Vito, this enchanting villa with its beautiful private swimming pool and its comfortable and bright rooms, is ready to give you an unforgettable holiday in one of the most popular destinations of Italian and international tourism. It is not for nothing that the area in which it is located is defined as the Caribbean of the Mediterranean Sea.
Yasmin: Splendid residence located near the town of Castelluzzo, a seaside village very close to the famous tourist-seaside city of San Vito Lo Capo. With its wonderful private infinity pool, this villa will leave you speechless. If you were looking for a holiday in Sicily full of emotions, sunsets, colors and scents, go no further: Yasmin is the one for you.
Cala Mancina: Wonderful villa with private pool a few kilometers from the famous tourist-seaside village of San Vito Lo Capo. Located in the heart of Trapani tourism, Cala Mancina is ready to offer you a holiday dedicated to relaxation and fun. The house consists of a large outdoor area with the swimming pool and its solarium, a covered patio divided into a relaxation area with sofas and a dining area with a masonry table. The splendid outdoor kitchen with barbecue will give you rich lunches and dinners, with family or friends.
Calarossa: Splendid residence near Favignana, in the Egadi islands, and is located within a park of 15,000 square meters close to one of the most beautiful coves in western Sicily: Cala Rossa. A residence with a Mediterranean taste, well-kept in the interiors and in the details, with a wonderful view of the sea and the surrounding countryside.
Ombre di Tufo: Fantastic villa also located in Favignana in the wonderful Egadi islands just 300 m from the sea. There are no words that can reflect the modiva that enriches the city during the summer months, one of the most popular destinations for both local and international tourism. The villa is located in a splendid garden with a Mediterranean taste and right inside this luxuriant garden, surrounded by a beautiful lawn and several trunks, there is the splendid private swimming pool.
Villa Blu: A little more than 2 km from the marvelous Zingaro Nature Reserve, in the province of Trapani, stands this delightful farmhouse restored with taste and simplicity. Ideal destination for your holidays in Sicily as it is detached from the city chaos and immersed in 2000 square meters of garden to enjoy the surrounding nature. At 800 m from the sea, you can enjoy wonderful afternoons of fun and relaxation, between a barbecue and a swim in its characteristic private pool.
Balata: Immersed in a Mediterranean-style garden that features palm trees, bougainvilleas, roses and olive trees, just 2.5 km from the beautiful beaches of Scopello, the villa is like a small jewel that shines in the midst of nature. Perfect place for a relaxing holiday in Sicily perhaps inside its wonderful Jacuzzi overlooking the countryside and the sea.
Yasmin: Splendid residence located near the town of Castelluzzo, a seaside village very close to the famous tourist-seaside city of San Vito Lo Capo. With its wonderful private infinity pool, this villa will leave you speechless. If you were looking for a holiday in Sicily full of emotions, sunsets, colors and scents, go no further: Yasmin is the one for you.
Cala Mancina: Wonderful villa with private pool a few kilometers from the famous tourist-seaside village of San Vito Lo Capo. Located in the heart of Trapani tourism, Cala Mancina is ready to offer you a holiday dedicated to relaxation and fun. The house consists of a large outdoor area with the swimming pool and its solarium, a covered patio divided into a relaxation area with sofas and a dining area with a masonry table. The splendid outdoor kitchen with barbecue will give you rich lunches and dinners, with family or friends.
Calarossa: Splendid residence near Favignana, in the Egadi islands, and is located within a park of 15,000 square meters close to one of the most beautiful coves in western Sicily: Cala Rossa. A residence with a Mediterranean taste, well-kept in the interiors and in the details, with a wonderful view of the sea and the surrounding countryside.
Ombre di Tufo: Fantastic villa also located in Favignana in the wonderful Egadi islands just 300 m from the sea. There are no words that can reflect the modiva that enriches the city during the summer months, one of the most popular destinations for both local and international tourism. The villa is located in a splendid garden with a Mediterranean taste and right inside this luxuriant garden, surrounded by a beautiful lawn and several trunks, there is the splendid private swimming pool.
Villa Blu: A little more than 2 km from the marvelous Zingaro Nature Reserve, in the province of Trapani, stands this delightful farmhouse restored with taste and simplicity. Ideal destination for your holidays in Sicily as it is detached from the city chaos and immersed in 2000 square meters of garden to enjoy the surrounding nature. At 800 m from the sea, you can enjoy wonderful afternoons of fun and relaxation, between a barbecue and a swim in its characteristic private pool.
Balata: Immersed in a Mediterranean-style garden that features palm trees, bougainvilleas, roses and olive trees, just 2.5 km from the beautiful beaches of Scopello, the villa is like a small jewel that shines in the midst of nature. Perfect place for a relaxing holiday in Sicily perhaps inside its wonderful Jacuzzi overlooking the countryside and the sea.