Controlled Designation of Origin · Sicily

Monreale DOC

A Catarratto white, a Perricone red and rosé and a Syrah from the province of Palermo, with a Riserva aged at least two years. DOC since 2000.

Monreale: territory and history

The Monreale DOC is an appellation in the province of Palermo, in Sicily. It was born in 2000. It is small: about 46 hectares, with an output of 750 hectolitres. The production rules were last updated in 2024.

Catarratto and Perricone

The Bianco comes from at least 60% Catarratto, with at most 40% Ansonica, which in Sicily is called Inzolia. The Rosso and the Rosato rest instead on Perricone, a Sicilian red grape: at least 60%, with at most 40% Nero d'Avola.

Syrah and the Riserva

Alongside the two Sicilian varieties there is Syrah, which needs at least 85% of the grapes to appear on the label. The Riserva, allowed for the Rosso and the Syrah, ages at least two years and is released from 1 November of the second year after the harvest. The minimum alcohol is 11%.

Monreale DOC at a glance

Type
DOC — Controlled Designation of Origin
Region
Sicily
Recognised
2000
Grape varieties
Catarratto, Perricone, Syrah
Styles
Bianco, Rosato, Syrah, Rosso, Riserva
Minimum alcohol
11% vol
Vineyard area
46 ha
Production
750 hl
Production area
Provincia di Palermo

Monreale: articles and tastings

Monreale: frequently asked questions

Which grapes make Monreale Rosso?
At least 60% Perricone and at most 40% Nero d'Avola. The same applies to the Rosato.
How long does Monreale Riserva age?
At least two years: it is released from 1 November of the second year after the harvest. It is allowed for the Rosso and the Syrah.
Where is Monreale produced?
In the province of Palermo, in Sicily. The DOC has existed since 2000.